Khelaghar for special tribunal to try crimes against children

Kendrio Khelaghar Ashor, a national children's organisation, yesterday demanded forming a special tribunal for speedy trial of perpetrators of killings of children and violence against them across the country.

The organisation made the demand from a human chain in front of Jatiya Press Club in the morning, marking its 66th anniversary.

Speaking there, Khelaghar General Secretary Jahirul Islam Jahir urged the government to create awareness and take stern actions against the perpetrators of violence against children.

Researcher Dr Abu Sayeed demanded ensuring a safe and secure environment for children.

Presiding over the human chain, Khelaghar Chairperson Prof Mahfuza Khanam said children are being killed and exploited every day across the country.

Presidium members of the organisation Dr Kazi Mozammel Hossain, Laila Hasan and Mokhlesur Rahman Sagar also spoke on the occasion.