District-Level Children’s Assembly Concludes in Siraha; 19-Member District Child Network Formed

Addressing the program, Dinesh Kumar Mahato, Chief of the District Coordination Committee, Siraha, stated that the program was successfully conducted under the direction of the Madhesh Province Ministry of Sports and Social Welfare and through the joint efforts of various organizations. He emphasized that local governments should also form municipal-level child clubs and allocate budgets for the protection and promotion of children’s rights. He further noted that cooperation from all stakeholders is essential for the best interests of children, adding that the District Coordination Committee remains always committed to the promotion and protection of child rights.

Similarly, Vice-Chairperson of the District Coordination Committee, Dilip Lama, stated that all local levels should form child clubs from the ward and school levels up to municipal and rural municipality levels. He urged that child clubs be formed with budget allocation for the protection, participation, and promotion of children, as well as for capacity and leadership development.

Likewise, Inspector Suman Nepali from the District Police Office, Siraha, stated that children should avoid bad influences affecting themselves and other children in the community and should focus on education for a bright future. He also urged children to immediately inform the police if they face any problems.