DBCSA Receives Twin Honours on World Day Against Child Labour

Yadgir, 12 June 2026: On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, a district-level awareness programme was organized at the Auditorium of Government Degree College, Yadgir. The programme was jointly conducted by the District Legal Services Authority, District Administration, Zilla Panchayat, Labour Department, Department of Public Education, Women and Child Development Department, and Police Department, NGOS, Yadgir.
The event marked a significant achievement for the Don Bosco Centre for Social Action (DBCSA), Yadgir, which received twin honours in recognition of its outstanding contribution towards child welfare, child rights promotion and community development. DBCSA was honoured as the Best NGO in Yadgir District, while Fr. Shabu Francis, Director of DBCSA, was recognized as the Best NGO Person for his dedicated service and leadership in advancing the rights and well-being of children and marginalized communities.
A total of 517 participants, including school children, Anganwadi workers, ASHA workers, teachers and government officials, actively took part in the programme. The event served as an important platform to raise awareness about child rights, the harmful effects of child labour and the collective responsibility of society to ensure a safe, healthy and dignified future for every child.
The twin recognitions bestowed upon DBCSA and Fr. Shabu Francis stand as a testament to their continued commitment to child protection, social justice and the holistic development of vulnerable communities in Yadgir District.