So far, no group has claimed responsibility for her kidnapping.Reports from Kabul said, Afghan authorities have stepped up efforts to secure Judith's release. "We have taken an all-out effort for Judith's safe return. "Swaraj had yesterday called up Judith's family in Kolkata and had assured them of making all-out efforts to bring her back.West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she was keeping in touch with Swaraj for Judith's safe return. But the MEA is constantly in touch with us. "Afghan officials have said they are doing everything possible to secure the early release of the woman," according to a report by Afghanistan's TOLO News.External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj yesterday had said government was doing everything possible to rescue Judith.

Source: Economic Times June 11, 2016 16:07 UTC