Nabarangpur, Dec, 26: A district-level training camp on the 100-day “Child Marriage Free India Campaign” was organized at the Mission Shakti Building under the supervision of the District Social Welfare Officer. The programme was conducted by the Association for Law and Territory (ALERT) in collaboration with NACHALD Right Associate, under the coordination of Saurabh Upadhyay. Officials associated with the KMP and PAV departments participated in the training.
The Additional District Magistrate, Tapan Kumar Khuntia, attended the programme as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp. District Social Welfare Officer Draupadi Kanhar explained the objectives of the programme and emphasized the need for collective efforts to eradicate child marriage and to make all children aware of their rights.
Protection Officer Rama Pattnaik provided detailed information about the 100-day campaign. The main trainers included Kam Prasad Pattnaik, Vinay Kumar Pattnaik (Project Coordinator), President Modan Krishni, and Rama Satnami, who were present at the event.
As child marriage is still prevalent in Nabarangpur district, the primary objective of this awareness and training camp was to make sincere efforts toward making the district free from child marriage. The trainers discussed the causes of child marriage, its prevention, and methods of ensuring child protection.
Kishori Pattnaik, an officer from the GyanStop Centre, attended as a resource person and explained the legal provisions related to child marriage, stating that anyone involved in child marriage can face imprisonment of up to two years and a fine of up to one lakh rupees. She also elaborated on various aspects of the law.
Saurabh Upadhyay informed participants that this national campaign is being observed for 100 days, from 27 November to 8 March. The CDPO of Nabarangpur discussed the nature and forms of child marriage prevalent in the area.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Tapan Kumar Khuntia said that if every citizen of the district fulfills their responsibility and works together, Nabarangpur can be made free from child marriage. He added that the district administration is always proactive and committed to this cause.
Women and Child Development staff member Sasmita Patra presented a PowerPoint presentation on child marriage. The programme was attended by Sakhi One Stop Centre administrators and counsellors, all CMPOs and wardens, PLI members, Anganwadi Trust representatives, child protection functionaries, members of the Child Welfare Committee, teachers from various schools, and CDPOs from Nabarangpur, Kosagumuda, Raighar, Jharigaon, and Chandahandi blocks.
At the end of the programme, Women’s Shelter Coordinator Sarita Pani delivered the vote of thanks.
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