22-05-2025
Awareness campaign launched to eliminate child marriage in Chamarajanagar district
In a move to eliminate child marriage, the Chamarajanagar district administration has launched an awareness campaign, with the goal of declaring the district 'child marriage-free' by November 14 – Children's Day.
Under the campaign, the administration is involving prominent personalities including film actors, sportspersons, and community leaders to draw public support.
As part of the initiative, a mega walkathon and pledge-taking ceremony will be held on Friday, starting at 8 a.m. from Sri Chamarajeshwara Temple.
The event will feature World Cup kho-kho player Chaitra, actor Ganesh Rao from Hondarabalu village, eight State-level athletes, Venkatesh, a member of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, as well as students, senior government officials, volunteers, and representatives from various NGOs.
The walkathon route will pass through Pachappa Circle, Santhemarahalli Circle, and the KSRTC Bus Stand, concluding at the Tourist Bungalow.
All 130 Gram Panchayats in the district have been instructed to actively participate in the drive to end child marriage.
Grassroots-level activities such as Children's Gram Sabhas, and initiatives through the School Development Committees, Child Welfare Committees, and Balvikas (Child Development) Committees are being implemented to raise awareness at the village level. Individuals and organisations making significant contributions to this cause will be recognised and honored on the occasion of Children's Day, a press release stated.
Chamarajanagar Deputy Commissioner Shilpa Nag said, 'Eliminating child marriage requires a united effort from all sections of society with the support from all the departments.' We urge every individual to join hands and support the ongoing awareness initiatives, she added.
