The Family Restoration and After-Care Parents’ Meeting and Ration Kits Distribution Programme was held at BOSCO Yuvodaya on February 22, 2026. Fr. Varghese Pallipuram, Executive Director of BOSCO Bengaluru, addressed the gathering and elaborated on the various activities and programmes implemented by BOSCO. He explained that the primary objective of the parents’ meeting was to ensure that no child resides in Child Care Institutions (CCIs) and that every child grows up in a safe and nurturing family environment. Emphasizing parental responsibility, he urged parents to take active ownership of their children’s care and development.

Mrs. Vinnarasi, Teacher and Motivator from BOSCO Yuvodaya, spoke on the roles and responsibilities of parents. She underlined that children need care, protection, and love from their parents, and that an adverse home environment can significantly impact a child’s behaviour and development. She encouraged parents to regularly monitor their children’s school progress, observe their behaviour, and prioritize education, reminding them that parents serve as role models for their children. Additionally, she emphasized the importance of obtaining Aadhaar cards, voter IDs, PAN cards, and ration cards to access various government welfare schemes and social entitlements.

Mr. Balraj, Coordinator of the Family Restoration and After-Care Project, welcomed the gathering, and Mrs. Vimala, from BOSCO Yuvakendra, proposed the vote of thanks. Thirty parents, along with their children, participated in the programme.