NEW DELHI: States must work towards a Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat, said Union Minister for Women and Child Development (WCD) Annpurna Devi, while launching the second edition of 100-Day intensive awareness campaign for a child marriage free country.
Devi pointed out the government’s sustained interventions, which have contributed to an improved sex ratio at birth, increased girls’ enrolment in education, and overall empowerment of women and girls.
The Minister further stated that the Union Government has allocated Rs 1, 827 crore towards scholarships for girls, ensuring continuity in their education.
She also emphasised that India’s daughters are excelling globally, with girls comprising 43 per cent of the STEM workforce -- one of the highest shares worldwide.
“Child marriage is both a legal violation and a moral injustice, ” Devi said.