The programme commenced at Maa Gayatri College, Fatehpur, in an atmosphere marked by inclusivity and communal harmony. The opening prayer, rooted in Sarva Dharma Sambhav (Equal Respect for all Religions), set the tone for collective social responsibility and was followed by a public reading of the Preamble to the Constitution of India, underscoring the values of justice, equality, and liberty as guiding principles in safeguarding children’s rights.

Speakers presented comprehensive insights into the pervasive consequences of child marriage, addressing its legal violations, its impact on education and health, and its long-term psychological repercussions on minors. The tone remained firm and urgent, calling for coordinated community vigilance and strengthened enforcement of child protection frameworks.

A defining moment in the event was the joint pledge taken by nearly 200 students and other participants. The gathering vowed to oppose child marriage in all forms and to actively promote awareness in their respective communities, demonstrating the campaign’s growing youth-driven momentum.

Key contributors to the programme included Mr. Malkeshbhai and Ms. Renukaben of the Abhyam Helpline, Dr. Parikshit Vaghela from the Women and Child Development Department, Childline District Coordinator Mr. Jitubhai, Mr. Qureshi from Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vardhan Kendra, Maa Gayatri Nursing College Director Mr. Sanjay Vasava, Don Bosco representatives Fr. Carlos and Fr. Stanny, Rector of DISHA Don Bosco Kawant Fr. Dr Mayank Parmar, Program Officer Mr Hasmukh Christian, Coordinator of DRISTI Don Bosco Kapadvanj Mr Shailesh Parmar, and DISHA staff members Mr Dineshbhai and Mr Jagdishbhai.