WARANGAL, OCT.26 : In accordance with directives from the Telangana State Legal Services Authority, the Warangal District Legal Services Authority officially launched the “Surakshit Bachpan Abhiyan” (Safe Childhood Campaign) on Monday. The week-long awareness campaign, running through October 31, commenced with special seminars held at Zilla Parishad High School in Desaipet, Mamanur, and Ekasila E-Techno Schools to educate students and teachers on child rights and legal protections.
District Legal Services Authority Secretary Kandukuri Pooja attended the inaugural events as the chief guest, emphasizing that safeguarding children’s rights is a collective societal responsibility. Addressing the gathering, the Judge explained that under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, all individuals under eighteen years of age are legally protected regardless of gender. She urged students to stay informed about their legal rights and assured them that they can courageously approach legal services for assistance whenever they face harassment or distress.
Resource persons detailed institutional mechanisms available for minors, including the Bharosa Center, SHE Teams, Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, and the toll-free Child Helpline (1098). Officials stressed that the police and legal systems remain fully committed to combating online crimes, child labor, and abuse, while strictly protecting the anonymity of complainants. During the sessions, dignitaries unveiled official child rights awareness posters and affixed them on school walls to encourage vigilance across educational institutions.
The outreach programs witnessed participation from Bharosa Center Circle Inspector Suvarna, SHE Team Sub-Inspector R. Rama Rao, Anti-Human Trafficking Unit CI O. Ramesh, Legal Aid Counsel P. Srinivas Rao, along with school headmasters, teachers, and a large gathering of students. Organizers confirmed that awareness sessions will continue across various schools in the district throughout the week.
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