Bhubaneswar Police Launch JUVENTICA Initiative to End Child Marriage

The Bhubaneswar Urban Police Department (UPD) announced the launch of JUVENTICA, a programme focused on ending child marriage and protecting girls’ rights.\n\nJUVENTICA aims to address the issue of child marriage through coordinated actions that involve community outreach and legal safeguards. The police said the programme will work closely with local authorities and social organisations to ensure effective implementation.\n\nOfficials emphasized that protecting minors from early marriage is a priority for the force, reflecting its broader commitment to social welfare and law enforcement in Odisha.