How many babies were rescued from abandonment since 2022?

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A total of 175 babies aged 12 months and below were rescued from abandonment since 2022.
The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) said 175 babies aged 12 months and below were rescued and placed under the protection of the Social Welfare Department (JKM) between 2022 and 2025 after being abandoned. These cases were investigated by the police, while JKM handled the rescue and protection under the Child Act 2001.
175 babies were placed under JKM protection after abandonment
KPWKM stated that a total of 175 babies aged 12 months and below were rescued from abandonment. All of them were placed under JKM protection as part of the government’s handling of such cases between 2022 and 2025.
The time window covered 2022 to 2025
The figure of 175 was reported for the period covering 2022 through 2025. The question addressed the latest statistics on baby abandonment within that timeframe.
Police investigate abandonment cases while JKM rescues and protects
KPWKM said police investigate all cases of baby and child abandonment. JKM is responsible for rescuing and protecting children under the Child Act 2001.
The figure was provided in response to a parliamentary question
The ministry’s written reply came after a question from Jeli MP Zahari Kechik. He asked for the latest statistics on baby abandonment and the government’s initiatives to prevent it.

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