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Child Help Line – 1098

Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28

At a glance

What this resource provides

Use 1098 for children in need of care, protection, rescue or emergency support.

Last checked
2026-04-28

Who should I contact?

Choose the route by urgency

Immediate dangerCall 112 or local police now. Do not wait for an office to open.
Non-emergency or follow-upUse this record and the alternative/escalation routes below after checking coverage and source details.
Normal urgency
Urgent protection concern
Coverage
State-wide coverage
Who it may help
General public

Use 1098 for children in need of care, protection, rescue or emergency support.

Common questions

Using this route safely

When should I use this resource?

Use this resource when its listed service and geographic coverage match the concern. For immediate danger, call 112 or local police first.

Which area does it cover?

This record is connected to West Bengal. Check the source and coverage details before action.

What should I do if I cannot reach it?

If this route is unavailable, use the alternative and escalation links on this page. For immediate danger call 112; for urgent child help use 1098 where available.

How can I verify these details?

Use the public source linked on this page and check the last-reviewed information before relying on a non-emergency contact.

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Alternative routes

Escalation paths

Industrial Employment Act 1946

Labour law guidance record. WCDSW official notice listing includes Industrial Employment Act 1946 resource; for enforcement route to Labour Commissionerate.

Covering support services

Related laws and rights

Industrial Employment Act 1946

Labour law guidance record. WCDSW official notice listing includes Industrial Employment Act 1946 resource; for enforcement route to Labour Commissionerate.

Related schemes

Kanyashree Prakalpa

Official West Bengal girl-child support scheme portal. Use for girls’ education/empowerment scheme guidance and grievance routing.

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