Thanks to social media post, Andhra HRD Minister Lokesh helps save eight-year-old boy from child labour
An eight-year-old boy was rescued from child labor in Andhra Pradesh after a social media video of him herding goats went viral. Minister Nara Lokesh intervened, leading to the boy's rescue and plans for his enrollment in a tribal welfare hostel.
Why it matters
This case illustrates the growing influence of social media in mobilizing government action for child protection and social welfare.
An eight-year-old boy has been rescued from child labour, thanks to the social media post that has come to the notice of Andhra Pradesh HRD Minister Nara Lokesh.
The Collectors of SPSR Nellore and Prakasam districts immediately swung into action and saved the child.
According to the sources, a boy was found grazing animals on the outskirts of Rachavaripalem village of Maddipadu mandal in Prakasam district. A couple from Hyderabad observed him, took his video, and circulated it on the social media.
The viral post finally reached Mr. Lokesh, who directed the officials to take action immediately.
“I am shocked and deeply disturbed to see reports of this eight-year-old boy being made to herd goats, allegedly without adequate food or care, and crying to be taken home,” Mr. Lokesh posted on X.
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