Meghalaya Authorities Rescue 24 Children From Substandard Karnataka Facility: New Child Protection Measures Proposed

Dec 04, 2025 01:33 am CST

The Meghalaya Directorate of Social Welfare has rescued 24 children from a poorly-maintained facility in Karnataka, uncovering an illegal operation transporting minors across state lines. SCPCR Chairperson Agatha Sangma has urged the Chief Minister to implement standardized procedures to protect children sent to out-of-state institutions, as authorities crack down on unregistered organizations exploiting children under the pretext of education.