Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, November 26-
In a significant step towards eradicating child marriage, Punjab will host a statewide oath-taking ceremony tomorrow, November 27, as part of the 'Child Marriage-Free India' campaign. The event will be broadcast live via a webcast link, uniting participants from across the state in a shared commitment to end this social evil.
Announcing the initiative, Punjab's cabinet minister Dr. Baljit Kaur, highlighted its mission to eliminate child marriage and safeguard the future of children. She called for enthusiastic participation from Women Self-Help Groups, Anganwadi Workers, ASHA Workers and Helpers, ANMs, Child Marriage Prohibition Officers, local community leaders, teachers, students from schools and colleges, elected representatives from Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies, Community Health Practitioners, PHCs, doctors, members of civil society organizations, members of State and District Bar Councils, Legal Service Authorities, and religious leaders.
Dr. Baljit Kaur stressed the vital role of collective action, urging all sections of society to unite in making this campaign a resounding success. She appealed to elected representatives, healthcare workers, educators and students to actively raise awareness and take a firm stand against child marriage.