New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi has urged citizens to report any suspected or known case of child marriage by calling the Child Helpline 1098, stressing that public participation is essential to achieving the goal of a child marriage-free India.
In a post on social media platform X, the union minister said, "Child marriage is not just a social evil, but a serious assault on children's rights, education, health, and future."Appealing to citizens not to remain silent, she said, "If you come across any information about child marriage anywhere or suspect it, do not stay silent. Immediately call 1098 and report it."The Minister emphasised that child marriage has consequences that extend beyond...