Coimbatore Police Raise Awareness on Bonded Labour Practices

Ahead of the Bonded Labour System Abolition Day on February 9, Coimbatore City Police conducted an awareness campaign at the Coimbatore Railway Station today, involving various departments to educate the public on the eradication of bonded labour.


Coimbatore: In anticipation of the Bonded Labour System Abolition Day, observed on February 9, the Coimbatore City Police, in collaboration with the Railway Police and the District Child Protection Unit, initiated an awareness campaign today (Feb. 8) at the Coimbatore Railway Station.

The initiative aimed to enlighten the public about the importance of eradicating bonded labour practices. Coimbatore City Police Commissioner Balakrishnan addressed the gathering, explaining the significance of Bonded Labour System Abolition Day and the methods to eliminate such practices.



Furthermore, he engaged with passengers, including those from other states, in Hindi to spread awareness more effectively.



The campaign also involved distributing leaflets containing information on atrocities against children, responsibilities of parents, children's rights, child adoption procedures, and prevention of child marriage. This event marks a crucial step towards raising public consciousness about bonded labour and ensuring the protection and rights of children in Coimbatore.

Students, teachers and parents celebrate Checkpoint milestone at Spectrum Northern Lights School, Coimbatore

Spectrum Northern Lights School in Coimbatore celebrated its Primary Checkpoint Examination results, recognising student...

Union MoS Muralidhar Mohol reviews Coimbatore Airport expansion works

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Muralidhar Mohol held discussions with airport officials at Coimbatore Airpor...

Dr S Rajasekaran receives Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar Vaidyak-Ratna Award

Ganga Hospital Chairman Dr S Rajasekaran was honoured as the first recipient of the Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar Vaidyak...

Union Budget 2026 lays roadmap for manufacturing, MSMEs and skills: CII Southern Region

CII Southern Region said Union Budget 2026–27 provides policy support for manufacturing, MSMEs, agriculture and skills,...

1054 Park Group students set world record in e-waste awareness drive

A total of 1054 students from Park Group of Institutions created a world record in Coimbatore by identifying and categor...

From kolams to Silambam: Harvest Fiesta lights up VIBGYOR High, Coimbatore

VIBGYOR High Coimbatore celebrated Harvest Fiesta 2026 with a vibrant Pongal event featuring traditional décor, cultural...