Tripura is setting an example in child welfare initiatives in the Northeast region of India, with comprehensive protection systems now in place across all eight districts of the state. Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the progress in child protection during the One-Day North Eastern Regional Convention on Child Rights at Prajna Bhavan.
The state currently operates 44 child care institutions that provide shelter and support to nearly 950 children. Additionally, Tripura has specialised juvenile justice infrastructure in every district. Chief Minister Saha announced that from 2022 to 2025, 28 children in Tripura have been placed in loving homes through legal adoption. Special Juvenile Police Units are now active in all eight districts to ensure the protection of children.
In addition to institutional care, over 4,200 children in Tripura receive support through sponsorship programs. Aftercare services have successfully helped 14 young adults reintegrate into society after leaving child care facilities. Juvenile Justice Boards and Child Welfare Committees are also operational in all districts.
Saha emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in protecting children, stating, “Protecting them is safeguarding the future of our nation. If we neglect children, we neglect the very foundation of our society.” The government has prioritized nutrition and healthcare delivery for children, with approximately 229,000 children benefiting from Integrated Child Development Services and Poshan Abhiyan schemes as of July 2025.
The chief minister highlighted that child rights protection requires active participation from families, communities, and broader society to create a lasting impact. Tripura’s comprehensive approach includes legal adoption processes, specialized police units for child protection, institutional care facilities, community-based sponsorship programs, and nutrition-focused healthcare schemes working in coordination across the state.
