REASI, Feb. 4 -- The District Administration Reasi launched a comprehensive drive to rescue and rehabilitate children and adolescents engaged in child labour in Reasi town.

The drive was conducted jointly by the Social Welfare and Labour Departments on the directions issued by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. The drive was conducted under the supervision of District Child Protection Officer (DCPO) Sachin Sharma and Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Annie Vaid in collaboration with members of different agencies.

The Rescue team carried out inspections across various business establishments in the town including shops, restaurants, dhabas, street stalls and workshops. Seven minors were rescued during these inspect...