'Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat' Campaign

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'Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat' Campaign

Why in news?

• In a significant step towards eradicating child marriage and empowering young girls across the nation, the Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi, launched the national campaign “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” today in New Delhi. 

Important points:

• As part of the campaign, the Minister also inaugurated the Child Marriage Free Bharat Portal, an innovative online platform that enables citizens to report child marriage incidents, file complaints, and access information about Child Marriage Prohibition Officers (CMPOs) nationwide. 
• The portal is a significant step in empowering citizens and enforcing the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006.

Significance:

• This campaign aims to empower our daughters by ensuring they receive the education, health, and protection they deserve. 
• In line with the National Education Policy 2020, which prioritizes gender equality, our government continues to implement initiatives that support girls' education and social empowerment. 
• The launch of this campaign is not just an event; it is a mission to eradicate child marriage and empower every daughter in our nation. 
• This will  ensure that every girl is educated, safe, and free to pursue her dreams.