Complex for beggars, foreigners was under the scanner after DCW issued notice to the Delhi govt over its horrific conditions
With an aim to keep a track of the inmates in Nirmal Chhaya complex, the Department of Social Welfare has asked to set up a computerised information system at the complex.
The complex that houses beggars and foreigners was under the scanner after the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) issued a notice to the Delhi government over the "horrific" conditions where the inmates, including foreigners, have alleged violation of basic human rights and racial discrimination.
"A meeting was held few days back where the officials were directed to set up the computerised system so that a proper record of the inmates can be made. This has to be done within four months," said a senior official from department of social welfare.
According to the sources, the move will help in identifying the inmates and their details. "Sometimes we need address of the inmates but due to the poor maintenance of the records, we are unable to trace them," added the official.
Even on Monday, the DCW Chairperson visited the Children Home for Girls in the Nirmal Chhaya Complex after receipt of complaints of girls residing in the Home through Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA).
"The surprise inspections lasted for over 10 hours wherein DCW Chief interacted with the girls. 32 written complaints were received from the girls alleging serious human rights violations and lapses in the Home. It is shocking that despite an FIR being registered against the erring staff and Deputy CM ordering immediate transfers, the concerned officers are still present in the home," DCW chief Swati Maliwal said.
"DCW strongly urges DWCD to immediately transfer and prohibit the erring officers from entering the Home. DCW also urges Delhi Police to conduct speedy investigation in the matter. These girls are victims of trafficking, abandonment, incest, and other horrific crimes. They are the most vulnerable and it is the duty of the state to protect them," she added.
A DCW team had first inspected the facility last month and found the place to be unhygienic, lacking security, and basic facilities. The Commission has also suggested that English-speaking staff be brought in to ensure that foreign nationals are able to communicate the issues they face.
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- The new computerised system will help in identifying inmates, if they go missingn The records will be maintained properly and everything will be digitised. Thus caring for the inmates will become easier
- Foreign inmates can be more easily tracked by the authorities and their respective embassies
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