THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Ranchi, Feb 23: The Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority (JHALSA) virtually inaugurated legal literacy clubs in all DAV schools across the state on Sunday.
The event was formally launched at Nyay Sadan, JHALSA, with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad, Judge of the Jharkhand High Court and Executive Chairman of JHALSA, along with Justice Pradeep Kumar Srivastava and other dignitaries.
Promoting Legal Awareness Among Students
The event witnessed the presence of the Registrar General of the Jharkhand High Court, officials from the court registry, Assistant Regional Officers of DAV institutions, principals of DAV schools, secretaries of District Legal Services Authorities (DLSA), paralegal volunteers, students, and eminent guests, including Barrister Keya Sen and Pallav Acharya.
On this occasion, legal literacy clubs were virtually inaugurated in all 72 DAV schools across Jharkhand. Winners of the state-level painting and essay competition, along with other distinguished participants, were felicitated.
The launch of 72 legal literacy clubs aims to provide students with a platform to understand legal rights, become responsible citizens, and contribute meaningfully to society.
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Launch of ‘Project Suraksha’
As part of the event, JHALSA also launched ‘Project Suraksha,’ an initiative aimed at combating witch-hunting and protecting victims of superstitious practices. The project seeks to provide legal assistance and support to affected women, particularly in rural and tribal areas, while raising awareness to eradicate such practices.
Judicial Insights on Legal Literacy
Addressing the gathering, Justice Pradeep Kumar Srivastava emphasized the importance of legal literacy clubs in empowering underprivileged students by integrating them into the mainstream and offering a platform to voice their concerns.
Meanwhile, Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad highlighted that JHALSA’s initiative aligns with the National Legal Services Authority’s (NALSA) objective of expanding legal literacy, especially in remote areas. He stressed that a state’s development remains incomplete unless rural and marginalized communities are empowered through awareness and education.
The event began with a welcome address by JHALSA Member Secretary Kumari Ranjana Asthana, while the vote of thanks was delivered by JHALSA Deputy Secretary Abhishek Kumar.
