After 2,516 child marriages reported, TN govt to launch awareness drive
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Alarmed at a large number of child marriages being reported in the state, the Tamil Nadu Social Welfare department is to conduct awareness campaigns across all 38 districts. According to the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment department data, an average of 10 child marriages have taken place in the state per day this year so far. The data stated that 2,516 child marriages were reported during January to August.