Senior Correspondent.TOD.Kumarganj
Marking World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, an awareness camp was organized at Kumarganj High School in the Kumarganj Block of Dakshin Dinajpur district through a joint initiative of Shakti Bahini and Kumarganj High School. The program brought together students, teachers, Anganwadi workers and healthcare personnel to promote awareness of human trafficking, child protection and public safety.
The session focused on preventing human trafficking, ensuring the safety of women and children, combating child marriage, protecting children's rights, promoting cyber safety and informing participants about various government emergency support services.
The chief guest, Ashish Kundu, Inspector -in-Charge of Kumarganj Police Station, stressed that public cooperation is essential in tackling trafficking. "Alongside police action, public awareness and the timely reporting of suspicious activities are vital in preventing human trafficking. Citizens should immediately inform the police if they notice anything unusual," he said.
Kshirod Barman, TIC of Kumarganj High School, said that education extends beyond academics. "Building social awareness is an integral part of education. Students can become ambassadors of positive change within their communities," he said.Mizanur Rahman, District Coordinator of Shakti Bahini, underscored the need for collective action. "The administration, schools, families and society must work together to prevent human trafficking. Awareness remains our strongest weapon against this crime," he said.
Md. Kabirul Islam, BCW of Kumarganj Block, highlighted the importance of increasing public awareness of government welfare schemes and legal assistance available to vulnerable individuals.Officials from Kumarganj Rural Hospital addressed participants on health awareness and mental well-being, while Anganwadi workers reaffirmed their commitment to promoting child nutrition, safeguarding children and preventing child marriage at the grassroots level.
The program concluded with a collective pledge by all participants to take an active role in preventing human trafficking, child marriage and violence against women and children, reinforcing the message that community participation is key to building a safer and more informed society.
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