Campaign against child trafficking ends

BISHNUPUR, Jul 30 (DIO): In a significant step towards child protection, a 15-day district-wide campaign against 'Child Trafficking and Labour' concluded successfully in Bishnupur, with no cases of child labour or trafficking detected during the drive.
Speaking at a district-level press briefing held at L Mani Memorial Hall, Thamnapokpi, under the theme “Stop Child Trafficking for Labour and Other Forms of Exploitation”, the DC commended the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Bishnupur, New Life Foundation, Manipur, and all concerned stakeholders for their coordinated efforts and commitment to child protection.
Highlighting the extensive awareness campaign held in public areas, the DC informed that the campaign against child labour or trafficking was carried out across multiple locations including 23 hotels, 6 brick fields, 17 vehicle workshops and car washes, 1 plastic industry, and 4 cement and stone creches.
She added that more than 170 public transport drivers have earlier pledged to report any cases of child trafficking or suspected labour exploitation. She commended the participation of various stakeholders—police, local communities, and the public—in making the campaign impactful.
“This has been an intensive and collaborative effort,” the DC noted, adding that this was the third such drive in the district. In contrast to the previous two campaigns, which resulted in the rescue and safe repatriation of children.
She emphasized that the initiative reflects the district's commitment to upholding the Constitution of India, which prohibits child trafficking and exploitation in all forms, in accordance with the Supreme Court directives and the mandates of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and the State Government.
“We are committed to ensuring the safety, dignity, and protection of childhood, and to preventing all forms of exploitation in the district,” DC said.
The event was also attended by District Child Protection Officer Indrani Chongtham, Secretary of New Life Foundation L Pishak, members of the District Child Welfare Committee, police officials, and members of concerned stakeholders.