Many people have come forward to adopt children who lost their families in the massive landslide in Wayanad. After this offer from the people, Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Saturday told about a detailed process for adopting children.
In a Facebook post, Kerala Health Minister George expressed gratitude for the kindness of people and clarified that the government takes care of children who have lost their parents under the Central Juvenile Justice Act. However, he said that people can adopt children by following the correct procedure.
He said that the care and adoption of children is done through all legal processes by those who are registered with CARA (Central Adoption Resource Authority). He can adopt children. Foster care facilities are also provided to children between 6 years to 18 years. This should also be done keeping this in mind, because the interests of the child come first.
The words will bring tears to your eyes: Veena George
This comment did not come to our notice as we were busy arranging matters related to the health department in Wayanad, he said before explaining the process of adopting the children. Thank you very much for your kindness. This pain is completely understandable. Your words brought tears to my eyes. Much love to you and your wife.
‘We will take care of the children with full love’
George made these comments after a man offered to adopt children who lost their families in the Wayanad landslide. He had written that my wife and I do not have children. We will take care of them with all love.” To which Kerala Health Minister Veena George responded.
360 people died in landslide in Wayanad
Let us tell you that this week more than 360 people died after a massive landslide in Wayanad. On Saturday, rescue teams in Wayanad intensified the rescue operation by deploying advanced radar, drones and heavy machinery to locate the survivors. At the same time, the Kerala government announced a plan to set up a new township for the rehabilitation of displaced people.