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Stop or Report Child Marriage

Find emergency, police, Child Helpline, CWC and district protection routes for a child marriage risk or planned ceremony.

What should you do first?

When a ceremony is imminent, call 112, local police or 1098 immediately. Also contact the Child Marriage Prohibition Officer, CWC or district child-protection authority where available.

Information to keep ready

  • Ceremony date and time
  • Venue and nearest landmark
  • Child’s approximate age
  • Names of adults or organisers if safely known
  • Invitation, message or other safe supporting detail

What to avoid

Do not alert or confront people in a way that could move the child, accelerate the ceremony or increase danger.

Related official routes and guidance

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District Social Welfare Officer - Pudukkottai

District Social Welfare Officer handles child marriage, dowry, POSH nodal duties and district social welfare complaints. Use for non-emergency district guidance.

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-289150057533
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District Social Welfare Officer - Tenkasi

District Social Welfare Officer handles child marriage, dowry, POSH nodal duties and district social welfare complaints. Use for non-emergency district guidance.

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-287530094181
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District Social Welfare Officer - Krishnagiri

District Social Welfare Officer handles child marriage, dowry, POSH nodal duties and district social welfare complaints. Use for non-emergency district guidance.

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-289150057313
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District Social Welfare Officer - Madurai

District Social Welfare Officer handles child marriage, dowry, POSH nodal duties and district social welfare complaints. Use for non-emergency district guidance.

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-288667039937

Common questions

Can action be taken before the marriage happens?

Yes. Official authorities can act on credible information about a planned child marriage; early reporting is important.

What if I do not have documents proving age?

Report the risk with the details you have. Police and child-protection authorities can verify age and circumstances.