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UN Designates Nov 27 as International Day Against Child Marriage, Backed by Assam Chief Minister
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 08:36 PM
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The United Nations has proclaimed November 27 as International Day Against Child Marriage, a step welcomed by Assam’s chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who said it validates the state’s ongoing fight against the practice.
The United Nations announced that November 27 will be observed globally as the International Day Against Child Marriage. The designation aims to raise awareness and mobilise action against the practice worldwide.
Assam’s chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the UN decision, stating that it affirms the state’s sustained efforts to eliminate child marriage. He highlighted Assam’s ongoing programmes and legal measures that target early marriages in the region.
The CM’s remarks underscore the alignment between international advocacy and state‑level initiatives, signalling a coordinated push to protect children’s rights across India.
Stakeholders, including civil‑society groups and government agencies, are expected to use the newly declared day to intensify outreach, education and enforcement activities in Assam and beyond.
The UN’s proclamation adds a global platform to the existing regional campaigns, reinforcing the message that child marriage remains a critical human‑rights issue demanding concerted action.
Assam’s chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the UN decision, stating that it affirms the state’s sustained efforts to eliminate child marriage. He highlighted Assam’s ongoing programmes and legal measures that target early marriages in the region.
The CM’s remarks underscore the alignment between international advocacy and state‑level initiatives, signalling a coordinated push to protect children’s rights across India.
Stakeholders, including civil‑society groups and government agencies, are expected to use the newly declared day to intensify outreach, education and enforcement activities in Assam and beyond.
The UN’s proclamation adds a global platform to the existing regional campaigns, reinforcing the message that child marriage remains a critical human‑rights issue demanding concerted action.