11/08/2025
Srinagar 11/08/2025: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organized a comprehensive legal awareness programme at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Nowhatta, Srinagar, with the aim of sensitizing students on critical social and legal issues. The initiative focused on raising awareness about the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the menace of drug abuse, and the Domestic Violence (D.V) Act. 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. Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge and Secretary, DLSA Srinagar.
Addressing the gathering, Ms. Zeenat Nazir, Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), DLSA Srinagar, elaborated on the provisions and significance of the POCSO Act, highlighting its role in safeguarding children’s rights. She also spoke on the alarming rise in drug abuse, its devastating impact on youth, and the legal as well as rehabilitative measures available to combat the problem. Additionally, Ms. Safa, Assistant LADC, engaged the students with an informative session on the Domestic Violence Act, explaining the protections it affords and the avenues for legal recourse.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, who actively interacted with the resource persons, making the session both engaging and impactful. The DLSA reiterated its commitment to spreading legal literacy among the youth and empowering them with the knowledge to protect their rights and contribute to a healthier society.
