Dasanglu Pul, Women and Child Development Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, on Monday launched a series of child rights awareness pamphlets at the Civil Secretariat in the presence of Ratan Anya, Chairperson of the Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR), along with commission members and the member secretary.
The pamphlets, prepared by APSCPCR, aim to raise awareness among children, parents, teachers, and the general public about key child protection laws. These include the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses Act, and the Child and Adolescent Labor Act, along with provisions related to the prevention of child marriage and other child welfare safeguards.
Commending the initiative, Pul said the simplified and accessible format of the pamphlets would help children better understand their rights to protection, dignity, and education. She emphasized that awareness is crucial to preventing violations and empowering communities.
The minister also highlighted available support mechanisms in case of child rights violations, urging people to seek help through Child Helpline 1098, police emergency number 112, the Child Welfare Committee, district child protection units, labor officers, and APSCPCR.
Reiterating the government’s commitment to child welfare, Pul said the initiative marks an important step toward strengthening grassroots awareness and fostering a safe, secure, and child-friendly environment across Arunachal Pradesh.
Speaking on the occasion, Anya underscored the importance of awareness in preventing abuse, exploitation, and discrimination. He stated that informed children, parents, and educators form the foundation of a protective environment and reaffirmed APSCPCR’s dedication to safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of every child in the state.
The awareness campaign is expected to enhance public understanding of child protection laws and promote a more vigilant and responsive society.
