5 basic needs that a well-groomed individual needs are shelter, clothing, education, food, and water. But in India, not all are exposed to these. India is a country that has one of the highest number of homeless children. Bal Swaraj portal report earlier in 2023 disclosed that there are about 19,546 homeless children across various streets in the developing country. Of these 19,546 children about 4.51 percent (882 children) live independently without any support. As per data listed by the Bal Swaraj portal, the majority of these 882 children belong to Uttar Pradesh (UP).
The Bal Swaraj Portal was an initiative by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR). The NCPCR was founded in 2005. It is an Indian statutory body established by an Act of Parliament, the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005. However, the Commission commenced its operations in 2007.
In the below data, Maharashtra is one of the states that has the highest number of homeless children. The financial capital of the country has the highest number of street-working children. 55.17% that is; 2843 children survive on the streets by themselves. Because they have to fend for themselves they beg, take up mundane tasks, sell items/ goods on pavements, perform on the streets, etc. They ought to have no other option as they are abandoned over disability, orphaned, or engaged in child labor.Â
The number of homeless children in each state could be higher or lower, as the number is never constant because it’s a transient thing. A few children who predominantly live without family continue to find sleeping spots on pavements and under bridges, outside religious organisations, or signal posts. But the remainder children return to their homes during night time. Although, their homes are mostly slums, especially in cities such as Mumbai and Delhi.
In India, some NGOs cater to the basic needs of these children. They provide them with education, meals, uniforms, and stationery. In 2019, three non-governmental organisations began a joint campaign that was in placed in demands aimed at the Lok Sabha polls. NGOs namely Right to Education, Campaign against Child Labour, and Right to Early Childhood Development Alliance. Manifestos of political parties, the right to education, and the rights of children were the three core demands the NGOs wanted to include.
India boasts approximately 3.2 million registered non-governmental organizations (NGOs), surpassing the per capita count of hospital beds. According to the Central Statistical Organisation of India, urban areas witness the presence of 4 NGOs for every 1,000 people, while rural regions have 2.3 NGOs for the same population size. NGOs operate across diverse sectors, including the judiciary, legislatures, and media. Virtually every ministry collaborates with or endorses an NGO, contributing to its extensive influence, often referred to as the third sector.
These NGOs really bring out the best in children, especially the unfortunate ones. It allows them to be a part of a larger crowd and experience the world. With growing competition and stern parents pressurizing their children to excel in skills, these NGOs push children to achieve as much as their capabilities. Volunteers at the NGOs learn the true meaning of empathizing and being fortunate by looking at these helpless children. They have the fire to change their situation but they are left with no protection to battle the many challenges life throws at them.
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