

How child labour in India makes the paving stones beneath our feet
May 6, 2024
The podcast delves into the harsh realities of child labor in India's sandstone industry, revealing the exploitative conditions faced by young workers like Saunal and Anita. It also discusses the efforts of companies like Marshalls to address child labor in the supply chain, as well as the stories of children like Ummor and Bulja in the cobblestone industry. The episode sheds light on the challenges faced by stone workers and the lack of support for those suffering from diseases like silicosis.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Child Labor in Rajasthan's Stone Mining Industry
01:38 • 12min
Addressing Child Labor in Supply Chains in India
13:21 • 3min
Exploitation of Child Labor in Indian Cobblestone Industry
15:54 • 15min
Exploring Child Labor in India's Stone Industry and the Stories of Stoneworkers
31:10 • 2min