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| Collective action needed to create world free from Child Labour: Charandeep Singh | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, June 12: Labour Department, J&K Wednesday organized an Online Seminar on the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour observed every year on June 12. The Seminar was hosted on the theme : 'Let's Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour'.
The seminar witnessed participation of Senior Officers of the Police Department and their representatives, officers of the Labour Department, Social Welfare and Health Department, Chairpersons and members of district Child Welfare Committees, members representing Juvenile Justice Boards, representatives of Child Line, Advocacy groups, Traders Federations and other stakeholders working in the field of Child Labour across all the districts of the UT of J&K.
In his key note address, Labour Commissioner, J&K Charandeep Singh touched upon the theme emphasizing the need for collective action to eradicate child labour and protect children from exploitation. He said abolition of Child Labour is enshrined in the Constitution and also Acts and Laws have been enacted on the issue and more recently India has ratified the two main conventions of International Labour Organization (ILO) on Child Labour namely Convention No. 182 and Convention No. 138 which mandate countries to take immediate and effective measures to secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labour as a matter of urgency and also establish a minimum age for entry into work or employment; and establish national policies for the elimination of child labour respectively. He added that the enactment of the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2016 further strengthened the legal framework against child labour by expanding the prohibition of employment of children below 14 years in all occupations and processes, except where the child helps his family in non-hazardous occupations or sectors.
Charandeep Singh said despite legislative measures and efforts by governmental and non-governmental organizations, child labour remains prevalent across the country, particularly in rural and informal sectors..
Labour Commissioner, J&K emphasised on the importance of conducting extensive awareness campaigns and to ensure continuous monitoring and strict enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with child labour laws and swift interventions in cases of violations.
Detailed presentations on various topics was also made during the seminar with Assistant Labour Commissioner, Anantnag Peer Zameer Ahmad speaking on the topic 'Child Labour Policies', Assistant Labour Commissioner, Kupwara, Sh Arshid Qadir on 'Role of Statutory and Law Enforcement Bodies' and Assistant Labour Commissioner, Udhampur Ms Sapna dwelling upon the role of various stakeholders in eradication of Child Labour.
In his concluding remarks, Labour Commissioner, J&K called for collective dedication towards eradicating child labour which has been a dark stain on society, depriving countless children of their childhood and robbing them of the chance to receive an education and a better future.
"By recognizing the socio-economic factors that contribute to child labour, providing support and resources to vulnerable families, empowering them to overcome poverty and secure a better future for their children through commitment and collaborative initiatives of various stakeholders including government bodies, non-profit organizations, businesses, communities, and individuals can we truly hope to bring an end to this injustice" he said adding that the seminar was conducted to mobilize stakeholders and fostering collaboration to create a world free from child labour.
Deputy Labour Commissioner, Jammu/ Kashmir/ Central, Inspector of Factories Jammu / Kashmir, Assistant Labour Commissioner, Labour Officers and Labour Inspectors of all districts participated in the seminar. |
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