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UP govt targets to turn state child labour-free by 2027

Lucknow, May 19 (UNI) In an effort to eradicate child labour, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a comprehensive state-wide campaign aimed at making the state completely child labour-free by 2027, official sources said here on Monday.
Sources said that backed by multi-dimensional schemes, the initiative focuses on awareness, education and rehabilitation, ensuring that every child in the state is given opportunities for growth, learning and a dignified future instead of being forced into work.
Sources said that the Yogi government's campaign against child labour has moved beyond government offices to reach every village and street, where childhood is blossoming and the future is being shaped. "To further strengthen this effort, special awareness programmes are planned for June 12, coinciding with the World Day Against Child Labour," they said.
Sources said, "These programmes aim to send a clear message to society that children belong in schools, not in labour. The campaign will be intensified through coordinated efforts across various government departments."
Sources said that due to the government's initiatives, 10,336 child labourers have been identified so far. "Between 2017-18 and 2024-25, 12,426 child labourers have been rehabilitated educationally, enabling them to return to school and start afresh. Moreover, the government has supported the families of these children, providing economic assistance to 1,089 families to prevent them from forcing their children into work," they said.
Under the 'Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana', 2,000 working children have been enrolled in schools and given financial aid to ensure that their education is uninterrupted. "This scheme not only promotes education but also works to transform social attitudes towards child labour," they said.
The sources said that in addition to combating child labour, the government has taken a firm stance against bonded labour.
"Between 2017-18 and 2024-25, a total of 1,408 bonded labourers have been rehabilitated, receiving financial assistance amounting to Rs 18.17 crore. This initiative is a significant step toward enabling these individuals to lead independent and dignified lives," they said.
Sources said that through the Labour Welfare Council, eight welfare schemes are currently being implemented for workers in the organised sector. "The government has allocated a corpus fund of Rs 40 crore to support these programs. In the current financial year 2024-25 alone, relief amounting to Rs 1.32 crore has been provided to 309 workers," they said.
Sources said that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has emphasised that childhood is the most valuable phase of life and investing in children is the greatest investment of all. "Guided by this vision, the government is committed to steering every child in the state toward education, security and dignity by eradicating child labour," they said. UNI AB SSP
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