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Hans India
2 days ago
- Hans India
‘Verify relationship' Pb govt orders DNA testing on child beggars, adults
Chandigarh: In a move aimed at checking child trafficking and their exploitation for begging, the Punjab government directed all Deputy Commissioners (DC) to conduct DNA tests on children found begging with adults on the streets to verify their relationship, officials said on Thursday. Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Baljit Kaur issued the orders. If a child is found begging with an adult, a DNA test will be conducted to verify their family ties. Until the results are made available, the child will stay in a child care institution under the supervision of child welfare committees. Officials assured strict action if the DNA test confirms that the adult is not related to the child they are accompanying. The directions were issued to all DCs by the Directorate of Social Security (Women and Child Development) under the project Jeewanjyot-2. An official highlighted that the child welfare committees in districts will identify such cases where it appears that a child is being forced to beg alongside an adult, and their relationship seems suspicious. The cases will then be referred to the deputy commissioners, who will recommend conducting the test. Last month, Kaur had issued directions to all DCs to declare their respective districts as 'beggar-free' and ensure regular monitoring in this regard. She emphasised that the state government was firmly committed to the protection of children and was adopting a sensitive yet stringent approach to eliminate child begging. Additionally, she announced that amendments would be made to the Punjab Prevention of Beggary Act (1971), aimed at introducing stricter punishments and heavy penalties against racketeers, guardians, or parents found forcing children to beg at traffic lights and public intersections.
Deccan Herald
3 days ago
- General
- Deccan Herald
Punjab govt orders DNA testing on child beggars, adults with them to verify relationship
The directions were issued to all DCs by the Directorate of Social Security (Women and Child Development) under the project Jeewanjyot-2.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- The Hindu
Punjab Government orders DNA testing on child beggars with adults to verify relationship
'In a move aimed at checking child trafficking and their exploitation for begging, the Punjab Government directed all Deputy Commissioners (DC) to conduct DNA tests on children found begging with adults on the streets to verify their relationship,' officials said on Thursday (July 17, 2025.) Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Baljit Kaur issued the orders. If a child is found begging with an adult, a DNA test will be conducted to verify their family ties. Until the results are made available, the child will stay in a child care institution under the supervision of child welfare committees. Officials assured strict action if the DNA test confirms that the adult is not related to the child they are accompanying. The directions were issued to all DCs by the Directorate of Social Security (Women and Child Development) under the project Jeewanjyot-2. An official highlighted that the child welfare committees in districts will identify such cases where it appears that a child is being forced to beg alongside an adult and their relationship seems suspicious. The cases will then be referred to the Deputy Commissioners, who will recommend conducting the test. Last month, Ms. Kaur had issued directions to all DCs to declare their respective districts as 'beggar-free' and ensure regular monitoring in this regard. High Court issues notice to Punjab and Haryana governments on petition challenging anti-begging laws She emphasised that the State Government was firmly committed to the protection of children and was adopting a sensitive yet stringent approach to eliminate child begging. Additionally, she announced that amendments would be made to the Punjab Prevention of Beggary Act (1971), aimed at introducing stricter punishments and heavy penalties against racketeers, guardians, or parents found forcing children to beg at traffic lights and public intersections.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
DNA tests on child beggars: Punjab's new directive to verify biological relation, curb child exploitation
Punjab government's new directive to perform DNA test on child beggars (AI Representative image) Punjab government has directed all deputy commissioners (DCs) to conduct DNA tests on children found begging with adults on the streets, officials said on Thursday. The directive is aimed at protecting children from cases of extortion and forced begging by verifying family ties between adults who are accompanying the child. According to the order, if a child is found begging alongside an adult, a DNA test will be conducted to determine their relationship. If the DNA test reveals no biological relation between the child and the accompanying adult, strict action will be taken against the adult involved. The directive was issued by Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Baljit Kaur under the state's ongoing project Mission Jeevanjot to prevent children from engaging into officials aim to identify and rescue children being forced into begging and to take legal action against those exploiting them. Until the test results are available, the child will be placed in a child care institution and kept under the supervision of the district child welfare committee. Officials confirmed that the Directorate of Social Security (Women and Child Development) issued the instructions to all DCs, directing child welfare committees to identify such suspicious cases and forward them for DNA verification. These cases will then be referred to the respective DCs, who will initiate the required procedures, PTI reported.
News18
3 days ago
- News18
Punjab Govt Orders DNA Testing On Child Beggars, Adults With Them To Verify Relationship
Last Updated: Punjab government directed Deputy Commissioners to conduct DNA tests on children found begging with adults to verify their relationship, under project Jeewanjyot-2. In a move aimed at checking child trafficking and their exploitation for begging, the Punjab government directed all Deputy Commissioners (DC) to conduct DNA tests on children found begging with adults on the streets to verify their relationship, officials said on Thursday. Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Baljit Kaur issued the orders. If a child is found begging with an adult, a DNA test will be conducted to verify their family ties. Until the results are made available, the child will stay in a child care institution under the supervision of child welfare committees. Officials assured strict action if the DNA test confirms that the adult is not related to the child they are accompanying. The directions were issued to all DCs by the Directorate of Social Security (Women and Child Development) under the project Jeewanjyot-2. An official highlighted that the child welfare committees in districts will identify such cases where it appears that a child is being forced to beg alongside an adult, and their relationship seems suspicious. Last month, Kaur had issued directions to all DCs to declare their respective districts as 'beggar-free' and ensure regular monitoring in this regard. She emphasised that the state government was firmly committed to the protection of children and was adopting a sensitive yet stringent approach to eliminate child begging. Additionally, she announced that amendments would be made to the Punjab Prevention of Beggary Act (1971), aimed at introducing stricter punishments and heavy penalties against racketeers, guardians, or parents found forcing children to beg at traffic lights and public intersections. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 16, 2025, 14:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
