Kargil, Sept 18: The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Kargil, in partnership with Government Higher Secondary School, Pashkum, organized an awareness program aimed at educating students, teachers, and the local community about child rights and protection from exploitation and abuse.
The event, held at Government Higher Secondary School, Pashkum, addressed crucial legal frameworks, including the Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act 2015, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012, the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act 1986, and the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2006. Participants were also introduced to child support services such as Child Helpline 1098/112 and Tele-Manas 14416.
Advocate Mohammad Ali, LCPO, DCPU, highlighted the POCSO Act 2012, stressing the urgent need to shield children from sexual abuse and exploitation. Gh. Hasnain, Manager of the Specialized Adoption Agency (SAA), outlined the Adoption Regulations 2022 and discussed the role of adoption in providing a stable and caring environment for children.
Ishey Namgyal, Principal of Government Higher Secondary School, Pashkum, elaborated on the Juvenile Justice Act 2015, focusing on the necessity of care and protection for children in need. Niyaz Ali, Chairperson of the Child Welfare Committee, Kargil, provided an overview of the JJ Act, Mission Vatsalya schemes, institutional and non-institutional sponsorship programs, and support services, urging the community to assist distressed and orphaned children.
The program drew participation from students and staff of Government Higher Secondary School, Pashkum; Government Girls High School, Pashkum; Government High School, Lotsum; and Government High School, Tacha. The session concluded with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the active involvement of all attendees.
