A case of child marriage unfolded Tezpur despite the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma taking a firm stance against such practices while also trying to bring a law to stop child marriage.
The incident involved a 15-year-old girl from Sukra Dahanga in Tezpur Salmara Rupkuria who eloped and got married on March 3. However, responding swiftly the police rescued the minor girl last night and apprehended a young man involved in the incident.
Assam’s Chief Minister has been actively working to combat child marriage, emphasizing the importance of protecting young individuals from such practices. Despite these efforts, the recent case in Tezpur highlights the persistent challenges in curbing child marriages.
This incident serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to safeguard the well-being and future of young individuals, ensuring they are protected from harmful practices like child marriage.
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