In a striking example of what coordinated legal action can achieve, a 24-year-old youth, Dipak Singh, has been rescued from forced labour in one of Arunachal Pradesh’s most remote border regions. The operation, involving authorities across two states, was led by the State Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Dibrugarh, with sustained facilitation by the Dasam Foundation.
Trapped in a Remote Border Village
For nearly two months, Dipak Singh was confined to Taksing, a sparsely populated border village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Subansiri district. Cut off by geography and harsh weather, he was reportedly made to perform physically exhausting manual labour in extreme cold conditions, with no means to return home.
The situation came to light when his father, S. Vakil Singh, a resident of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, sought help after repeated attempts to contact his son failed. His appeal reached Ms. Rupa Rani Kour, Founder Trustee of the Dasam Foundation, who immediately began coordinating with legal authorities.
Inter State Legal Coordination
Upon receiving the complaint, the Dasam Foundation formally approached the DLSA, Dibrugarh, triggering a swift legal response. Sri Abhijit Saikia, Secretary, DLSA Dibrugarh, initiated coordination with his counterpart in Upper Subansiri and local law enforcement agencies.
The inter-state effort culminated on December 24, 2025, when a joint team of police and legal services officials located Dipak Singh in the rugged terrain of Taksing. He was provided immediate medical assistance and escorted safely to Dibrugarh, where he was reunited with his family.
Words from the Rescued Family
Speaking after his rescue, Dipak Singh said that he owed his return home to the timely intervention of the Dasam Foundation and the legal services authorities. “Without their help, I don’t believe I would have been able to come back safely,” he said.
His father echoed this sentiment, expressing gratitude for what he described as constant follow-up and committed legal support in a case that crossed state boundaries and involved difficult terrain.
Recognising the Effort
In recognition of the operation, a delegation from the Dasam Foundation visited the office of the Secretary, DLSA Dibrugarh, on January 17, 2026, and presented a citation of appreciation. The citation acknowledged the proactive role played by the DLSA in safeguarding the victim’s safety and dignity.
Commenting on the collaboration, Mr. Darvinder Singh Nanda, Founder Trustee of the Dasam Foundation, said the case demonstrated the importance of prompt legal intervention.
“When civil society organisations and statutory authorities work together, even cases emerging from the most remote regions can be addressed effectively and within the framework of the law,” he said.
A Model for Future Cases
Officials involved in the rescue noted that such cases underline the growing need for inter-state cooperation, particularly in regions where geography itself becomes a barrier to justice.
Reaffirming the Foundation’s mission, Ms. Rupa Rani Kour said that trust and access to legal mechanisms often determine whether vulnerable individuals receive timely help.
“Our work begins where families feel helpless. Once the law is activated, justice can reach even the farthest corners,” she said.
Mr. Harprit Singh, District Coordinator of the Dasam Foundation in Dibrugarh, added that the organisation’s role was primarily to act as a legal bridge, ensuring communication, documentation, and follow-up so that authorities could respond without delay.
As the Dasam Foundation continues its work in legal advocacy and victim support, this rescue stands as a reminder that coordinated action, backed by the rule of law, can restore freedom and dignity even in the most difficult circumstances.