On National Girl Child Day, an impactful event, "Freedom from Child Trafficking - Kishori Mahakumbh," was organised by the Bal Kalyan Sangh and ATSEC Jharkhand. Governor Santosh Gangwar highlighted the importance of protecting, educating, and empowering daughters, emphasising that their empowerment forms the foundation of the nation’s progress. He described this event as a historic moment for Jharkhand, marking a significant step towards eradicating child trafficking.
The Governor commended Bal Kalyan Sangh for its 25-year journey of rescuing thousands of girls from trafficking and providing them with training and rehabilitation, enabling them to lead independent lives. He underlined the importance of initiatives like "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" in ensuring a brighter future for daughters and urged society to actively contribute to this mission.
National Human Rights Commission member Priyank Kanungo shed light on the severe issues of human trafficking and exploitation of tribal girls in Jharkhand, calling for stringent action against those involved. Meanwhile, the Director of Jharkhand State Child Protection Institute, Samira S., shared that 1,390 children had been rescued from trafficking in the past five years, and a comprehensive roadmap is now in place to prevent such crimes.
Sanjay Mishra, the founder of Bal Kalyan Sangh, recounted the organisation’s achievements in rescuing nearly 5,000 girls from metropolitan cities and transforming their lives. The event saw the participation of approximately 1,200 adolescent girls, law enforcement officials, and NGOs, uniting efforts to fight child trafficking and empower the daughters of India.