Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept 27: The District Child Protection Unit in collaboration with the Special Juvenile Police Unit (SJPU), North and Middle Andaman conducted a significant rescue and rehabilitation drive targeting child labour in commercial premises across the region under the ableguidanceofShri Dilkhush Meena, IAS, District Magistrate, N&M Andaman.
A dedicated team led by Shri Ashish Joon, DANICS Assistant Commissioner (HQ) from the District Commissioner’s Office visited all commercial establishments within Mayabunder tehsil. The operation saw active participation from Special Juvenile Police Officers (SJPOs) from the respective police stations in N&M Andaman district, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support.
The drive successfully inspected a total of 132 commercial premises. Fortunately, no instances of child labour were identified during this thorough investigation. However, the team prioritized raising awareness about the provisions of the Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act among business owners and employees, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding children’s rights and welfare.
This drive is part of a larger initiative aimed at ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment.
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