Scoring well in boards, over 20 poor kids in CCIs set example

New Delhi: More than 20 economically deprived teenagers living in Child Care Institutions (CCIs) in the Capital have overcome the odds to score superbly in their board examinations.

The Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) will now be highlighting them as a role model for other kids. On Wednesday, these kids were facilitated by the child rights body.

Speaking with the Millennium Post, youths shared their hardships. Most of them had no family support and turbulent life.

"In my CCI, there were more than 100 children. I used to study till late night when other kids were sleeping," said an 18-year-old boy, who scored 83 percent.

Another girl who got 97 percent in her board examination said that her ultimate goal is to become an IAS officer. "My family was a little problematic I came to CCI when I was a kid and from then, I am living here only," said the girl.

Ramesh Negi, chairperson DCPCR said that they would like to engage them in commission so that they can be role model for other children.

"Depending on their abilities, they can be resourceful persons. It's a long term process. We want them to be a role model for other kids," said Negi.

WCD director S B Shashank boosted the confidence of children during the event.

Jyoti Rathee, member DCPCR informed all the stakeholders who were present at the event that these children can act as Bal Suraksha Mitra and social activists for the society.

Another official, Rita Singh talked about the initiatives taken by the child rights body for the welfare and empowerment of children.