Child Labor in Jaipur, Rajasthan (2023)

A child labor case from 2023 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. 1 source on file.

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What happened

Twenty-two children from Bihar were rescued from a bangle-making unit in Jaipur's Bhatta Basti area after being trafficked with promises of work and education. The children were confined in a small room and forced to make bangles for up to 18 hours a day. Some were between seven and eleven years old. Children reported being beaten when they complained or became sick and having their communications with their families controlled. Accused: Workshop owners and child labor recruiters.

Response and intervention

Rajasthan police anti-trafficking cell with BBA. Workshop raids; owners arrested; children placed in shelters. Bachpan Bachao Andolan.

Sources

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