Panchkula district in Haryana is working to end child labor. New initiatives include stopping child begging and creating child-friendly rooms in hospitals and women's police stations. The Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights is reviewing district task force activities. They aim to make Haryana a role model for eliminating child labor. The commission suggests including two lawyers from the District Legal Services Authority during raids to accurately record facts in FIRs. Rescued children should undergo medical exams before appearing before the Child Welfare Committee. To report child labor, call the child helpline at 1098. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 19:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Panchkula district in Haryana is working to end child labor
- New initiatives include stopping child begging and creating child-friendly rooms in hospitals and women's police stations
- The Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights is reviewing district task force activities