PALIN, 14 Oct: A two-day awareness programme on child rights and protection under the theme "Know Your Right - Protect Every Child," organized by the Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR), is underway at Noyrum Hall here in Kra Daadi district.

The programme aims to strengthen child protection mechanisms through field visits, child welfare assessments, public awareness and community sensitization on child rights.

The first day focused on field visits and child welfare assessment, while the second day will feature awareness activities and community sensitization to promote a safer and more supportive environment for children.

Deputy commissioner Higio Yame, SP Sepraj Perme and Palin East ZPM Tassar Punam attended the inaugural programme.

Adv Nabam Tania, protection officer, DCPU, and adv Luke Maru Tayuk (Rughu), legal-cum-probation officer, DCPU are the resource persons.

The programme is being conducted in collaboration with the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) and ICDS, Kra Daadi at the initiative of APSCPCR members Niri Chongrowju and Taba Champa Riba. (DIPRO)