Supreme Court orders time-bound financial aid, rehabilitation for rescued bonded labourers

Supreme Court orders time-bound financial aid, rehabilitation for rescued bonded labourers

The Supreme Court has mandated that authorities provide timely financial assistance and rehabilitation for individuals rescued from bonded labor. The ruling emphasizes that ending bonded labor is an ongoing duty, requiring meaningful support for freed workers. The decision aims to ensure that liberated laborers receive adequate resources and integration into society and access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities.