A social activist has threatened to lodge a complaint over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s participation in IPL 2026, alleging the Rajasthan Royals may have violated age-related rules. The allegation centers on whether permitting a 15-year-old to play in the cash-rich league flouts IPL regulations, potentially drawing scrutiny from the league’s governing council and franchise officials.
A Bengaluru activist has threatened to file an FIR against Rajasthan Royals, alleging “child labour” linked to 15-year-old IPL player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The claim adds to a growing list of controversies around the teenager, who has already faced criticism for alleged “unprofessional” behavior and claims about an AI chip in his bat, keeping the IPL spotlight far beyond cricket.
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NCPCR and QCI have joined hands to conduct child labour audits and fact-finding across different sectors and industries. The initiative aims to identify violations, improve compliance, and push enforcement efforts as part of the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat push. The collaboration signals a more structured approach to uncovering gaps that may not be visible through routine checks alone.
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