TheCacharDistrict Administration has announced incentives for informers on child marriage and scholarships for rescued children.
The measures were announced during a programme organised by the district child protection unit, Cachar, in collaboration withState Child Protection Society, Assam, under the aegis of the administration on Friday to mark the 8th annual child protection day.
Cachar deputy commissionerKeerthi Jallistated that those who provide information regarding child-related problems in the district will be given Rs 1,000. She also announced fixed deposits and scholarships for the children, so that they can utilise the amount for further Education after they attain 18 years.
Silchar MLA Dipayan Chakraborty promised to set up a shelter Home for children and announced one-time financial assistance of Rs 20,000 toNibedita Nari Sangstha, an NGO, on the occasion. In addition, he also promised to donate a vehicle for the prevention of human trafficking.