At Hindustan Cricket League, the safety and well-being of children participating in our events is our highest priority. This policy outlines the steps to be followed if a child goes missing during any match, event, or league activity.

1. Immediate Action

If a child is reported missing:

• Staff, volunteers, and responsible adults will begin an immediate search of the area.

• If the child is not located within 10 minutes, ground security and local authorities will be informed.

• Other children will remain safe, supervised, and kept together until the situation is resolved.

2. Communication

• Parents or guardians will be contacted without delay.

• A clear description of the child (including age, clothing, and last seen location) will be shared with staff and volunteers.

• If the child is not quickly located, the police will be notified.

3. Search Procedure

• Immediate searches will be conducted in nearby areas such as restrooms, pavilions, stands, and parking lots.

• All entry and exit points will be closely monitored.

• Staff and volunteers will temporarily stop other duties to focus on the search.

4. When the Child is Found

• The child’s safety and well-being will be confirmed first.

• Parents or guardians will be informed immediately.

• The incident will be reviewed to understand causes and prevention measures.

• Emotional reassurance and support will be provided to the child if required.

5. Prevention Measures

• Children must always be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or an assigned volunteer.

• ID tags or entry passes will be issued to children during events.

• Team managers or volunteers will conduct regular headcounts.

• Staff and volunteers will be trained in handling missing child situations.

6. Reporting and Documentation

• A written incident report will be prepared and securely stored in records.

• The incident will be reviewed in the next committee meeting to strengthen future safety measures.

Our Commitment

Hindustan Cricket League is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all children. We request parents, guardians, and team representatives to remain vigilant and support our safety guidelines at every event.

“Every child’s safety is a shared responsibility — together, we create a secure space where young talent grows with confidence.”