GENERAL26 Sept 2026
Substance abuse among children is a child protection issue: CJI Surya Kant
India's Chief Justice Surya Kant says substance abuse among children should be treated as a child protection issue, not just a public health concern. Speaking in Patna, he cited a Lancet study finding one in five Indian teenagers at moderate to high risk. He called for a child-sensitive response that protects a child's dignity, and for restoration through education, relationships, play and trust.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said substance abuse among children must be understood as a child protection issue, and not only as a matter of public health concern.
- He cited a recent Lancet study showing at least one in five teenagers in India are at moderate to high risk of substance abuse.
- He stressed the need for a child-sensitive response to addiction that protects the child's physical and mental well-being, dignity and sense of self-worth.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you are a parent, employer or community member, treat addiction concerns around children as a protection matter. Consider talking openly about the risks and, where needed, seek guidance from child protection or counselling services.
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