Anantnag: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Anantnag celebrated National Legal Services Day at Town Hall Anantnag. The Event was Organized under the guidance of the Honorable Chairman Mr. Tahir Khurshid Raina, Pr. District & Sessions Judge Anantnag.
The event highlighted the DLSA’s efforts to make legal help and awareness available to everyone in the community.
The program began with a video showcasing the DLSA’s various awareness activities over the past year, showing the range of programs conducted to spread legal knowledge and help those in need.
The event brought together a diverse group, including members from the Social Welfare Department, Bar members, Legal Aid Defense Counsel, the Chief Medical Officer along with his team, representatives from the One Stop Centre, the Child Welfare Committee, Ten Investigating Officers, students from colleges and schools, ASHA workers, and several litigants. This gathering demonstrated the community’s commitment to promoting legal awareness and cooperation.
The Secretary of DLSA Anantnag welcomed everyone and introduced the purpose of National Legal Services Day. The chief guest, Hon’ble Additional District & Sessions Judge Anantnag, then addressed the gathering. In his speech, she explained the important work done by Legal Services Authorities across India in providing legal assistance and awareness to underprivileged people, helping them understand and protect their rights.
Deputy Chief Legal Aidnj Defense Counsel, Zakir Hussain Lone, also spoke about the importance of mediation as a quicker and more peaceful way to settle disputes, showing how the Legal Services Authority is working to resolve conflicts without lengthy court battles.
The event concluded with a ceremony to recognize outstanding contributions. Zubair Ashraf was awarded for being the Best Panel Lawyer, and Khursheed Ahmad Bhat was honored as the Best Jail Para Legal Volunteer. The DLSA also acknowledged the efforts of Zaiba Appa Institute, Ranibagh School, and the One Stop Centre Anantnag for their significant contributions to legal aid and community welfare.
Idrees Magray, Assistant LADC, closed the event with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to everyone for their participation and support in DLSA’s mission to make legal assistance accessible to all.
National Legal Services Day at Town Hall Anantnag reminded everyone of the DLSA’s dedication for ensuring justice and legal support to everyone in society, especially the marginalised sections of society
