Ramban, November 4. The District Task Force Ramban, under the directives of Deputy Commissioner Ramban, conducted a comprehensive enforcement operation to rescue children subjected to child labour and forced begging in Ramban Town and surrounding areas.
The drive was supervised by the District Child Protection Officer (DCPO) and Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Ramban jointly. Led by Assistant Labour Commissioner Amit Kumar and CWC Chairperson Nighat Ghani, the task force comprised officials from the District Child Protection Unit, Health Department, Employment Department, District Police, and Child Helpline.
The team carried out surprise inspections at commercial establishments, identifying and rescuing minors engaged in exploitative labour. Legal action will be taken against business owners employing minors, including revocation of licenses and criminal proceedings.
Strict penalties will also be imposed on individuals involved in child trafficking and forced begging. The public has been urged to report any such cases to the Child Helpline (1098) or District Child Protection Unit.
During the operation, 10 children were rescued and presented before the Child Welfare Committee at Maitra Ramban. Their guardians were counseled and warned against violating child protection laws.
The children were reunited with their families under strict monitoring, ensuring their well-being and future protection.
The ALC also educated stakeholders on child labour laws and workplace safety measures, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to eradicating child exploitation in the district.
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