Children are among the most vulnerable victims of riots because they lack the emotional, physical, and social capacity to understand or cope with violence and instability. Riots expose children to fear, insecurity, displacement, and the breakdown of family and community support systems. From the perspective of Women and Child Development, the impact of riots extends beyond immediate physical harm and influences children's overall growth, development, education, mental health, and future opportunities. One of the most serious effects of riots is psychological trauma. Children who witness killings, destruction of property, or violent clashes often develop intense fear, anxiety, depression, and emotional distress. Many experience nightmares, sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, and difficulty concentrating. Younger children may become withdrawn or display aggressive behaviour, while adolescents may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), low self-esteem, and feelings of hopelessness. Without timely counselling and