Eight child labourers rescued from illegal e-waste factory in UP’s Sambhal

SAMBHAL: Eight children engaged as labourers in an illegal e-waste factory here were rescued during a raid, an officer said on Tuesday.

The factory, which was found operating without proper permits, was using hazardous materials and unsafe practices, posing significant risks to both the workers and the environment, the officer said.

The raid was conducted in Bichhauli village under Sambhal Sadar Kotwali by officials from six departments.