HT Correspondent
HAFLONG, Nov 22: The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), in partnership with the Assam State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (ASCPCR) and the Dima Hasao district administration, held its first-ever grievance redressal bench in Haflong. This landmark event, conducted at the Government Boys’ Higher Secondary School campus, aimed to address child rights violations and promote welfare initiatives.
The bench was chaired by Dr Shyamal Prasad Saikia, IPS (retd), chairman of ASCPCR, alongside ASCPCR member Rilanjana Talukdar. Donphainon Thaosen, executive member of the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council, attended as the chief guest.
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During his address, Thaosen praised the initiative, calling on departments to spread awareness about vital government schemes such as scholarships, financial aid, and the POCSO Act. He emphasised the importance of unified efforts to safeguard children’s rights across the district.
Dr Saikia underscored the need for government services to reach children in need, especially those facing challenges like missing documentation, disrupted education, or healthcare issues stemming from economic hardship or parental loss. He assured that the Commission would act promptly to address unresolved cases.
ASCPCR member Rilanjana Talukdar commended the significant public turnout and registrations for the camp. She expressed hope that this initiative would ensure greater awareness and protection of child rights in Dima Hasao, ensuring no child is denied their entitlements.
Sangeeta Devi, ADC of Dima Hasao district, highlighted the event’s goal of enabling children to fully enjoy their rights as mandated by the constitution and various legal provisions. Rajdeep Kemprai, in-charge deputy director of Social Welfare, outlined the Commission’s efforts to uphold child rights and pledged continued support for such initiatives.
More than 25 departments and organisations, including Social Welfare, Education, Health, Labour, Assam Police, and Aadhaar service providers, participated in the event. Senior officials Farooq Ahmed, APS (addl SP), and leading health officers contributed to the camp’s success.
The program marked a milestone in child welfare efforts in Dima Hasao, establishing a model for future initiatives aimed at protecting and promoting the rights of children in the region.
