The National Commission for Women (NCW) and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) held a seminar on “Awareness on Anti-Human Trafficking” in Hyderabad. The event took place at Vikas Auditorium, National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD).
Telangana Governor Dr Tamilisai Soundararajan, the chief guest, spoke about the seriousness of human trafficking. She mentioned that it is the third-largest organized crime globally, after arms and drug trafficking. The Governor emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing this issue and raised concerns about the increasing trend of odd marriages between elderly grooms and young brides. She urged everyone to be vigilant and proactive in tackling these issues.
The Governor also highlighted the significance of women empowerment in the fight against human trafficking. She stressed the need to protect vulnerable groups such as children, women, laborers, and displaced persons.
In her speech, she outlined a three-pronged strategy to combat human trafficking, focusing on the origin, transit, and destination points of these networks. The seminar also emphasized the crucial role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in supporting law enforcement officials for the rescue and rehabilitation of trafficked victims. The NCW continues its efforts to address human trafficking through various initiatives.
