South Tripura Secures First Position in Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign
South Tripura district has secured first position for the effective implementation of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign. The district received this recognition on the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026. The Social Welfare & Social Education Department, Government of Tripura, announced the achievement to honour the district’s strong efforts against child marriage.
This recognition highlights the commitment of the District Administration of South Tripura and various partner departments. Officials stated that the campaign has played an important role in spreading awareness about the harmful effects of child marriage. As a result, communities across the district have shown greater support for protecting the rights of young girls.
Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign Promotes Child Protection
The Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign focuses on preventing child marriage and promoting the education and empowerment of girls. Through awareness programmes, community meetings, and school campaigns, officials encouraged families to support the education of girl children.
Furthermore, frontline workers such as Anganwadi workers, ASHAs, teachers, and community volunteers actively participated in the campaign. These workers conducted door-to-door awareness activities and helped communities understand the legal and social consequences of child marriage.
Collective Efforts Lead to Major Achievement
Officials said that the success of the campaign reflects the collective efforts of the district administration, line departments, and local communities. In addition, civil society groups and youth volunteers also supported the initiative.
Because of these combined efforts, the district has made strong progress in preventing child marriages. The administration continues to promote education, health awareness, and gender equality for young girls.
Authorities also emphasised that empowering girls is essential for the long-term development of society. Therefore, the district administration remains committed to building a safe, educated, and empowered future for every girl child.
Overall, the achievement of first position in the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign marks an important milestone for South Tripura. The district aims to continue its efforts to create a child marriage-free society and ensure better opportunities for the next generation.
