Appointment of Chairperson

## Report on Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Notification Regarding Child Welfare Committee Chairperson Appointment **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) on June 6, 2025, regarding the appointment of a Chairperson to a Child Welfare Committee (CWC). The core purpose of this notification is to formalize the appointment of Mr. Ram Chander Paswan as Chairperson of a CWC. The report details the basis for this appointment, its duration, and the relevant legislative framework governing the CWC's duties and powers. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide a detailed analysis of the GNCTD notification concerning the appointment of a Chairperson to a Child Welfare Committee. The analysis is based solely on the information provided within the notification text. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification pertains to the implementation of the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2015, and the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991 amended in 2023, specifically focusing on the appointment of a Chairperson for a Child Welfare Committee. The core objective is to officially appoint a qualified individual to oversee the functions and responsibilities of the CWC, ensuring the care and protection of children in need within the National Capital Territory of Delhi. **4. Background and Rationale:** As this is a notification of appointment, the rationale appears to stem from the necessity of having a functioning CWC with a designated leader to fulfill its duties under the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2015. This appointment likely ensures the continued operation and effectiveness of the CWC in safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable children. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This notification introduces a new appointment. The *new* rule/provision *is* the following: * **Appointment of Chairperson:** Mr. Ram Chander Paswan is appointed as Chairperson of a Child Welfare Committee. * **Powers and Duties:** The appointed Chairperson is mandated to exercise the powers and discharge the duties conferred on such Committees, in relation to children in need of care and protection, in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2015 and Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Model Rules, 2016. * **Duration of Appointment:** The appointment is for a period of three years, effective from June 6, 2025. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The target audience and stakeholders directly affected by this notification include: * Mr. Ram Chander Paswan (the appointed Chairperson) * The Child Welfare Committee members * Children in need of care and protection within the National Capital Territory of Delhi * The Department of Women and Child Development, GNCTD * The Ministry of Home Affairs * Juvenile Justice Boards * All agencies involved in child welfare and protection within Delhi **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), GNCTD, is responsible for the implementation of this appointment. The notification was issued with the approval of the Hon'ble Lt. Governor, GNCTD, and the President. * **Timelines:** The appointment is effective immediately (from June 6, 2025) and lasts for a period of three years. * **Procedures:** The appointment was made in accordance with the relevant sections of the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2015, and the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, amended in 2023, with the approval of the Hon'ble President as conveyed by the Ministry of Home Affairs. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this notification is to ensure the effective functioning of the Child Welfare Committee with competent leadership. This should contribute to: * Improved care and protection for children in need within Delhi. * Adherence to the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act, 2015, and related rules. * Enhanced coordination among stakeholders involved in child welfare. **9. Conclusion:** The GNCTD notification of June 6, 2025, represents a crucial step in ensuring the proper functioning of Child Welfare Committees within Delhi. The appointment of Mr. Ram Chander Paswan as Chairperson is expected to enhance the CWC's ability to effectively safeguard the rights and well-being of vulnerable children in accordance with the relevant legal framework. This appointment demonstrates the government's commitment to upholding the Juvenile Justice Act and protecting the interests of children in need of care and protection.

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