Budgam : The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam on Friday organised an awareness programme on child rights and protection at Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Beerwah, with a special focus on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
The programme was organised in collaboration with the Education Department under the banner of SurakshitBachpan Abhiyan, under the guidance of Secretary DLSA Budgam Tabasum Qadir Parray.
The initiative aimed at sensitising students and teachers about child rights, existing protection mechanisms and legal safeguards available to children under the POCSO Act.
During the programme, Panel Lawyer Advocate Naseer Ahmad Khan and Advocate Feroz Ahmad Khan discussed various provisions of the legislation, highlighting measures to prevent child abuse and exploitation and the legal remedies available to victi
The advocates also emphasised the role of educational institutions, teachers and society in creating a safe environment for children. Students were sensitised about recognising, reporting and appropriately responding to instances of abuse.
The programme witnessed participation from teachers, DLSA staff members, Para Legal Volunteers and a large number of students.
Earlier, Principal of the institution Bilal Ahmad Bhat appreciated DLSA Budgam for organising the awareness initiative and highlighting issues concerning child safety and protection.
The programme reaffirmed DLSA Budgam’s commitment to promoting legal literacy, protecting children’s rights and strengthening community participation in building a safe and child-friendly environment.
