KOHIMA: Rampant cases of inter-state human trafficking have raised eyebrows especially on the security mechanisms. Trafficking primarily involves exploitation which
comes in many forms, including subjecting victims to slavery and forcing victims into prostitution.
With human trafficking becoming a menace in Northeast India, Nagaland police have joined hands with Shillong based ‘Impulse NGO Network’ an anti-human trafficking
non-profit organization, to combat human-trafficking through the use new technology called ‘Impulse Case Info Centre Software.’
Through this analytical software platform, stakeholders hoped to share data and identify the best way to address the issues involved in human-trafficking.
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The software was launched for the first time in Nagaland by Additional Director General of Police, Nagaland, Rupin Sharma (IPS) during the inaugural programme of the
two-day practical orientation training on software hosted by Home department at Police Complex Chumukedima.
Case Manager, Impulse Case Info Centre, Bariphylla Lyttan in her introductory note said, the software aims to create nationwide network of stakeholders and share
information using the methodology developed by Impulse NGO Network within the region.
Chief guest Rupin Sharma in his short speech lamented the absence of such software in Nagaland saying Nagas still do not realize the issues of human trafficking which
is very much existent in the State.
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He said, illegal immigrants coming to Nagaland for jobs and education are some issues that connect to human-trafficking. He said, a sense of ‘dignity of labour’ should
be created to encourage people to get employed in any kind of job which can be a preventive measure in tackling human trafficking.
On the release of the software, the chief guest called upon the department to conduct skill upgradation training for those computer illiterates in order to have
hands-on the software.
IGP, SP (Crime), Toshi Tsungba Aier in his welcome note, spoke on the important role played by NGOs all over the world in tackling various issues. He said, though it
is the police who should take part in tackling such issues, the role played by NGOs are commendable.
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He further advised the police officials present in the hall to be more aware and active in tackling human trafficking issues while coordinating with Churches, NGOs,
Village councils, etc.
Recipient of various national and international awards, Impulse NGO Network was formed in the year 1993 in order to combat human trafficking that eventually gained its
recognition worldwide for their success.The NGO also works towards ensuring equal human rights for all, particularly women and children.
The Impulse NGO network is also in partnership with the state NGO Bethesda and Eight North Eastern States Anti Trafficking Units. Impulse NGO network plans to release
the software with all the eight north eastern states while trying to eradicate the issue of human trafficking.
(Agencies)
Source: thenortheasttoday.com