BANDIPORA, October 17: District Child Protection Officer (DCPO) Bandipora, Bashir Ahmad Malik, Saturday reviewed the functioning of the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Child Helpline and Child Help Desk in the district.
The review, as per an official statement, focused on assessing the functioning of these units and strengthening mechanisms for ensuring the safety, protection and welfare of children. Emphasis was laid on the effective implementation of child protection initiatives, timely assistance to children in need of care and protection, and improved coordination among the concerned institutions.
The DCPO stressed the need for ensuring efficient delivery of child protection services and providing appropriate support to vulnerable children in accordance with the prescribed guidelines. He also underscored the importance of strengthening institutional mechanisms and adopting a coordinated approach to address issues related to child welfare and protection.
