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In a significant development, a baby was recently left at a newly opened “baby hatch” located in a hospital in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward on March 31. The concept of a “baby hatch” aims to provide a safe and anonymous way for parents to give up their newborns if they are unable to care for them, without facing legal repercussions. This marks the first instance of a newborn being left at this specific facility since its establishment.
The “baby hatch” at the hospital is equipped with facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of the infants left there. It is staffed by medical professionals who promptly attend to the newborns and provide them with necessary care. The ultimate goal of such initiatives is to prevent incidents of child abandonment and ensure that newborns are given proper care and support.
Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, expressed his views on this development. He emphasized the importance of providing resources and support to parents who may find themselves in difficult situations and unable to care for their newborns. Khatri commended the implementation of “baby hatches” as a compassionate and practical solution to address the issue of child abandonment, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable infants.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: May 2, 2025 6:01 am
