Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Karnataka Mandates Display of Child Helpline Number 1098
Imagine a phone number that helps kids in trouble, like if they need help with something scary.
The Karnataka government wants everyone to know this number, 1098, so they are putting it on signs everywhere.
This number connects kids to people who can help them with things like child marriage, child labor, or other problems.
A girl recently called this number to stop her own wedding, and now she is getting to go to school!
The government hopes this makes it easier for kids to get help when they need it.
Karnataka mandates the display of child helpline number 1098 on all government and service buildings.
The directive aims to ensure children in distress have immediate access to support.
The move is part of the Mission Vatsalya scheme for child development and protection.
Helpline helps tackle issues like child marriage and exploitation.
A recent case highlighted the helpline's effectiveness in preventing a child marriage.
- Who
- Karnataka government, children in need
- What
- Mandatory display of child helpline number 1098 in government and service buildings
- When
- August (case mentioned), directive issued recently
- Where
- Karnataka
- Why
- To ensure children in distress can access immediate support and prevent exploitation
- Helpline Number
- 1098
- Mandate
- Display of helpline number in all government and service buildings
- Governing Body
- Karnataka Government
- Scheme
- Mission Vatsalya
- Objective
- Child protection and development
- Recent Case
- Girl in Vijayanagar prevented child marriage