Guwahati, June 12 -- Reported by Bit Irom

Imphal: On the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour 2026, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh called on the public to pledge that every child should be in school, learning and growing, instead of joining the workforce.

Speaking on this year's theme, "Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults," Khemchand Singh noted, "It reminds us of our collective responsibility to protect childhood and guarantee every child access to quality education and opportunities."

On his official Facebook page, he wrote, "Together, let us build a future where every child can learn, play, and thrive."

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