Chandel hosts seminar on "Rights of Women & POCSO Act"
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR

Chandel, February 27 2025: The Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW), in collaboration with Purum Pantha Snu Lup, successfully organized a one-day seminar on "Rights of Women & POCSO Act, 2012" at the Purum Pantha Community Hall in Chandel District.

The program was aimed to raise awareness about Women's Rights and Child Protection Laws.

The event was graced by Thumlip Tiningpham Monsang, Chairperson of the Manipur State Commission for Women, along with commission members T Choungsin Koireng and Sk Sophia Moyon, Additional SP (Operations) of Chandel, TS Chamna Anal, and the Chief of Purum Pantha Village, Sk Jeevan as presidium members.

Chandel hosts seminar on "Rights of Women & POCSO Act"

During the technical session, Lv Robert, a counselor from the CAF & PD Department, Government of Manipur, and Darngam Khaling, Member Secretary of the Child Welfare Committee, Tengnoupal District, delivered insightful talks on the "Rights of Women & POCSO Act, 2012" .

The speakers emphasized that awareness and knowledge of these rights are essential, as many individuals still lack proper information about them.

They encouraged women to be proactive in understanding their rights to address challenges effectively.

In her keynote address, Thumlip Tiningpham Monsang underscored the importance of such awareness programs.

She urged both women and the general public to educate themselves about their legal rights and protections under the POCSO Act, 2012 .

The seminar was attended by community leaders and stakeholders, including Pastor Sk Angkham of Purum Pantha Baptist Church, President of Purum Pantha Snu Lup, Sk Lucky; Secretary J Leena, and members of the Purum Pantha Women Society.

Their participation highlighted the collective effort required to ensure women's rights and child safety.

The Manipur State Commission for Women and Purum Pantha Snu Lup remains committed to promoting legal awareness and empowerment programs for women and children across the region.