5th Battalion Anti Human Trafficking Unit of BSF South Bengal Frontier in association with Matrusneha Foundation organised an impressive awareness programme on prevention of human trafficking in collaboration with students of Santosh Kumar Shriti Abnatik Prathmik Vidyalaya. The programme was organised in the areas of responsibility of 05th Battalion, Border Outpost Dobarpara under BSF South Bengal Frontier.
The programme commenced with a comprehensive lecture delivered by the team of AHTU 05 Battalion Petrapole of BSF and representatives of Anti Human Trafficking Unit Matrusneha Foundation. The main objective of the lecture was to educate the attendees on important issues related to human trafficking including child marriage, child abuse, child labour, gender discrimination and potential dangers associated with social media. The speakers emphasised on the importance of awareness and proactive measures to prevent human trafficking.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the school community and other dignitaries, with a total of 140 people including students of Santosh Kumar Shriti Abnatik Prathmik Vidyalaya.The event was aimed at empowering students and the local community with knowledge and tools to effectively combat human trafficking.
Speaking on the occasion, Public Relations Officer, BSF South Bengal Frontier said that the initiative of AHTU Team BSF in collaboration with Matrusneha Foundation NGO underlines the commitment of BSF and its partners to protect vulnerable populations and promote a safer society. The awareness programme is an important step towards the elimination of human trafficking and protection of human rights in the region.
