Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Padma Shri Shanta Sinha Calls Out Child Labour
Padma Shri Shanta Sinha, a famous child rights activist, spoke at a school event in Hyderabad.
She said that every child not going to school is like a child labourer, which is a big problem.
She told parents to take care of their children's education and not let them use too much technology.
Another speaker, Dr. W. G. Prasanna Kumar, talked about how important it is to enjoy school and spend time with nature.
The school also showed off its students' achievements and had fun cultural performances.
Padma Shri Shanta Sinha asserted that children outside formal schooling are child labourers, indicating a societal failure.
She emphasized parental responsibility in protecting childhood and nurturing holistic development.
Sinha cautioned against excessive digital exposure, stating it threatens children's mental well-being and creativity.
Dr. W. G. Prasanna Kumar described schooling as a joyful journey and urged parents to spend quality time with children.
The event featured the school's annual progress report, student achievements, and cultural performances.
- Who
- Padma Shri Shanta Sinha, Dr. W. G. Prasanna Kumar, Dr Sudhakar Rao Polsani, Dr. T. Lalitha, and other participants
- What
- 36th Annual Day Cultural Meet of Sister Nivedita School
- When
- Thursday night
- Where
- Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad
- Why
- To celebrate the school's achievements and discuss child rights and education
Child Rights Advocates
Parents and Society
Child Labour Definition
Child Rights Advocates
Every child outside formal schooling is considered a child labourer, indicating a serious societal failure.
Parents and Society
Parental responsibility extends beyond enrollment, requiring active involvement in children's holistic development.
- Event
- 36th Annual Day Cultural Meet of Sister Nivedita School
- Location
- Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad
- Chief Guest
- Padma Shri Shanta Sinha
- Guest Speaker
- Dr. W. G. Prasanna Kumar
- School Chairman
- Dr Sudhakar Rao Polsani
- School Principal
- Dr. T. Lalitha