DLSA, TLSC & Human Rights Forum Organize Awareness Programme on Social and Legal Issues in Srinagar
By:- Zia Shakeel
Srinagar 10/09/2025 (JKNN) District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, in collaboration with Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC) Srinagar and Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Forum, HQ-DELHI JK UT successfully organized a comprehensive legal awareness programme at Muslim Public School, Rajbagh, Srinagar. The initiative aimed to sensitize students on pressing social and legal issues, with a particular focus on the Domestic Violence Act and the menace of drug abuse. The programme was held under the esteemed chairmanship of Mr. Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and conducted under the supervision of Mr. Adil Mushtaq, Chief Judicial Magistrate/ Chairman TLSC Srinagar and Mr. Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge and Secretary, DLSA Srinagar. Adv. Asrar, Vice Chairperson of Muslim Public School, acted as the moderator of the event, which began with a warm welcome song performed by the students of the school, setting an engaging and positive tone for the session.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Sajad Ur Rehman emphasized the critical role of legal literacy in empowering the youth to combat social evils and contribute to a just society. Mr Mudasir Ahmad Naikoo President Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Forum HQ-DELHI JK UT, Del Monte foods Pvt LTD
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Tsm Arif Ahmad Bhat land Mr. Syed Mujtaba, Consultant on Child Rights, focused his presentation on the dangers of drug abuse and its effect with mental health issues, stressing preventive measures and the importance of awareness. Adv. Suhaila Ali, Panel Lawyer, DLSA Srinagar, elaborated on the Domestic Violence Act, explaining the legal protections available to victims and the process for seeking redress.
The students actively and enthusiastically participated in the programme, engaging with the speakers, asking pertinent questions, and showing keen interest throughout the session. Their involvement demonstrated a strong desire to understand the legal framework and their role as responsible citizens.
Through this initiative, the District Legal Services Authority, Srinagar, reaffirmed its dedication to promoting legal awareness and empowering the youth with the knowledge necessary to uphold their rights and contribute to a healthy and just society.
