CWC rescues pregnant 14-year-old from child marriage in Krishna district
Child Welfare Committee officials in Krishna district rescued a 14-year-old pregnant girl from a child marriage. The case has been referred to local police for further legal action against those involved.
Officers of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) in Krishna district rescued a 14-year-old girl who had been married off to a 34-year-old man from Tatakuntla village in the NTR District. Acting on a tip-off, CWC officials, with the help of NGO representatives, rescued the minor girl, who was pregnant, said CWC chairperson K. Suvartha on Sunday (July 19, 2026). The girl was referred to a Child Care Institution for care and protection, and the case has been forwarded to the Vissannapeta police for necessary action, Ms. Suvartha stated.
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