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Kohima: Kohima officials gathered at the Deputy Commissioner's office on June 23 to sharpen their approach to child labour cases. Members of the District Task Force reviewed the standard operating procedures for rescuing and rehabilitating young workers under the 1986 Child and Adolescent Labour Act.
Deputy Commissioner B. Henok Buchem demanded better coordination between departments. He expects quarterly meetings and consistent action. "Child related issues require collective responsibility of all stakeholders," Buchem told the task force members. He also wants more public education campaigns to warn communities about the legal risks of employing minors.
Assistant Labour Commissioner Neimenuo broke down the rescue pipeline. Authorized teams respond to credible tips and haul children to safety. Once rescued, the children go before the Child Welfare Committee. The Labour Department then hunts down employers to secure back wages and compensation. Police handle the criminal side by filing formal charges.
The session covered the realities on the ground. Representatives from the Child Welfare Committee recounted recent rescues, including a case involving an abused child moved to a shelter. Police officers urged citizens to call the 1098 child helpline when they spot children in danger. Every agency now faces pressure to prove they are tracking these cases effectively.
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