NAFRA, SEP 26:

The Office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Nafra, in collaboration with the District Administration, Bichom, and District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), organised a district-level awareness programme on “Know Your Rights – Protect Every Child” at the Community Hall, Nafra.

CDPO-cum-District Child Protection Officer (DCPO), Nafra, Khanlong Zongluju, highlighted the objectives of the programme and stressed the collective responsibility of stakeholders in safeguarding child rights and ensuring the welfare and protection of children.

Member of the Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) Honluk Lukham spoke on various aspects of child rights and legal provisions for their protection.

Deputy Commissioner, Bichom, Tom Ratan assured full support from the District Administration in addressing drug abuse, child labour and other offences against children. He emphasised coordinated efforts among stakeholders to create a safe and secure environment for children.

Technical sessions covered the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, Child Marriage Act, mental health, drug and substance abuse, Juvenile Justice Board, online safety, social media misuse, digital child protection, online gaming and the Right to Education (RTE), among other issues. Resource persons also addressed queries from participants.

DySP Damgen Dulom spoke on provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to violations of child rights, child marriage and other offences against children. ZPM Nafra Nichang Jangju and other speakers also stressed the importance of community participation in child protection.

The programme was attended by AC Nafra Pik Tayum, heads of departments, PRI leaders, teachers, students, NGOs, Anganwadi workers and other stakeholders.

The APSCPCR team also visited the Community Health Centre (CHC), Nafra, and Anganwadi Centres to assess the services and facilities being provided to children and the community. (DIPR)