The Nithari murders , a series of horrible crimes uncovered in 2006 in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, remain one of the most traumatic criminal cases in the nation's history. The discovery of human remains near the residence of businessman Moninder Singh Pandher and his domestic help, Surinder Koli, shocked the country and exposed significant flaws in law enforcement's handling of missing persons cases, especially those involving individuals from marginalized communities. Discovery and Investigation The case came to light when local residents reported a spate of missing children and young women from Nithari village. Despite numerous complaints, initial police responses were lethargic, often dismissing the concerns of the victims' families. It wasn't until December 2006 that a more thorough investigation was initiated, leading to the horrifying discovery of human skeletal remains in the drains behind Pandher's house, labeled as D5. Further searches revealed more ...