TENGNOUPAL, April 16: As part of a one-day sensitization-cum-interaction/awareness on Child Marriage Prohibition, a poster campaign was launched at Machi in Tengnoupal district.
The programme was organised by the District Administration, Tengnoupal, in collaboration with the District Child Protection Unit, Tengnoupal, and chaired by the Additional District Magistrate (ADM), Tengnoupal.
Posters were put on display in schools, anganwadi centres, markets, and public places to promote a safe and informed environment for children across the district.
The campaign aims to educate communities on child protection laws and encourage reporting of violations. It also seeks to raise awareness on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, Child Labour Act, and the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act.
The programme aimed to raise awareness among District Level Officers (DLOs) and key stakeholders.
The event was attended by the SDO, SDC, SDPO, members of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), and other DLOs. Discussions focused on the legal framework, prevention strategies, and the importance of coordinated efforts to curb child marriage in the district.
