3,479 child labourers were rescued from across the Telangana under Operation Smile-X
Operation Smile-X: Operation Smile-X in Telangana led to the rescue of 3,479 child labourers. This operation, aimed at combating child labour and trafficking, involved coordinated efforts from law enforcement agencies and NGOs. The rescued children were provided with necessary support and rehabilitation services to ensure their well-being and prevent them from being exploited further.
Operation Smile-X
Operation Smile-X
Operation Smile-X is an annual month-long operation organized by the Telangana police to trace and rescue missing and trafficked children. In January 2024, this operation led to the rescue of 3,479 child labourers across Telangana. The operation aims to combat child labour and trafficking by identifying ‘black spots’ where children are found in vulnerable conditions. The police, along with various government departments and NGOs, coordinate efforts to rescue and provide support to these children. Operation Smile-X involves coordinated efforts between the Telangana police, various government departments, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to combat child labour and trafficking. During the operation, law enforcement agencies conduct extensive surveillance and raids to rescue children who are victims of exploitation and forced labour. Additionally, the police work closely with departments such as Women’s Development and Child Welfare, Labour, and Health, as well as with Child Welfare Committees and District Child Protection Units, to identify areas where children are vulnerable to exploitation. The operation also focuses on tracing missing children and reuniting them with their families whenever possible. Furthermore, efforts are made to provide rescued children with medical care, food, temporary shelter, and access to education. Social workers and counsellors are deployed to offer psychological support and rehabilitation services to help the children reintegrate into society.
What is Operation Smile-X?
Operation Smile-X is an annual month-long operation organized by the Telangana police to combat child labour and trafficking and to trace and rescue missing and trafficked children
How does Operation Smile-X work?
Operation Smile-X involves coordinated efforts between the Telangana police, various government departments, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Law enforcement agencies conduct surveillance, raids, and rescue operations to identify and rescue children who are victims of exploitation and forced labour.
