Legal Awareness Initiative Benefits Hundreds of Locals
Key Points:
- Mega Legal Empowerment Camp held at Seraikela’s community hall.
- Judicial and administrative officials highlight access to free legal aid.
- Assets worth ₹1 crore distributed to beneficiaries during the event.
SERAIKELA – A Mega Legal Empowerment Camp was organized on Sunday at the Community Hall in Seraikela by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA). The event aimed to promote legal awareness and provide support to underprivileged sections of society.
Promoting Access to Justice
The program was inaugurated by Principal District and Sessions Judge Ramashankar Singh, along with other dignitaries, by lighting a ceremonial lamp. Addressing the audience, Judge Singh emphasized the significance of justice in sustaining democracy. He highlighted the misconceptions in the past where access to justice seemed unattainable for marginalized individuals due to social and economic pressures.
He credited the Supreme Court of India for initiating the District Legal Services Authority, which ensures free legal assistance to the poor. Judge Singh noted, “Through awareness campaigns across villages, people have become more informed about their rights and are utilizing the services provided by DLSA.”
Participation and Highlights
Other key speakers included District and Additional Sessions Judge Chaudhary Ehsan Moizu, DLSA Secretary Tausif Miraj, Sub-Divisional Officer Sadanand Mahto, and Block Development Officer Yasmita Singh. They underscored the importance of legal empowerment and the steps taken to make justice accessible to all.
During the event, assets worth approximately ₹1 crore were distributed to residents of Seraikela Block. The program saw the attendance of trainee IAS officer Rajat Kumar, District Bar Association Secretary Debashish Jyotishi, Joint Secretary Jalesh Kavi, and a large number of villagers, including men and women.
Expanding Legal Outreach
This camp is part of a broader initiative to conduct similar programs across all blocks in the district, enhancing legal literacy and empowering the underprivileged to fight for their rights.
