Fazilka, April 29, 2025 : In connection with the campaign “Child Labour: A Bane for Society” launched by the Hon’ble Chairman, Punjab State Legal Services Authority, S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), an awareness program was organized on April 28, 2025, by the District Legal Services Authority, Fazilka.
The program was attended by SHOs from Fazilka district, members of the Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), the District Child Protection Officer (DCPO), and officials from the Labour Department. The event aimed to address and prevent the exploitation of children and the longstanding issue of child labour.
Madam Ruchi Swapna Sharma, Hon’ble Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, Fazilka, stated that child labour is a serious challenge to society, which cannot be eliminated by legal means alone but requires collective efforts. She emphasized that this mission will be ongoing and urged all government officials and social organizations to contribute to the well-being and prosperity of children.
Madam Ruchi Swapna Sharma added that the purpose of the program was to make all officials aware of the impact of child exploitation and the need to eliminate it. She instructed all officers present in the meeting to take responsibility for upholding children’s rights and securing their future, and to spread maximum awareness among the public on this issue.
Summary:
The District Legal Services Authority, Fazilka, organized an awareness event titled “Child Labour: A Bane for Society” to highlight its societal impact and promote legal awareness.