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Bengaluru: The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Bengaluru East, in association with Shisha Mandir, launched its month-long adoption awareness initiative — AASARE (Adoption Assistance and Support for Abandoned, Surrendered, and Orphan Children Responsibly and Ethically) — on Tuesday.
AASARE aims to ensure that every eligible child is matched with a permanent family by leveraging Mission Vatsalya's transparent adoption procedures. The specific objectives of the campaign are to promote legal adoption, increase public understanding of the adoption process — especially for children with special needs — and strengthen child safety through informed community participation.
Speaking at the event, Haleema, Project Director of the Directorate of Child Protection, Bengaluru, stressed the legal responsibility for child safety.
She stated, “Every child deserves love, care, and a safe start to life. Abandoning an infant not only endangers an innocent life, but is also a serious offence under the law. We urge parents and citizens: if you are unable to care for a child or find an abandoned baby, please contact the nearest Child Protection Unit or call the 1098 helpline. Together, we can ensure every child is protected and cherished.”
The month-long AASARE campaign will feature various community outreach programmes, workshops, and information sessions designed to empower citizens to become community champions for adoption and child welfare.
Helpline numbers
If you find or become aware of any abandoned child, contact Child Helpline 1098 or Emergency Helpline 112 for immediate assistance.