Students sensitised about child rights, protection, free legal aid
Budgam| Nov,14:The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam on Saturday celebrated Children’s Day at Little Angels Garden School, Budgam, with a programme aimed at creating awareness among students about their rights, responsibilities, safety and education.
Advocate Feroz Ahmad Khan attended the programme as the resource person and delivered an awareness lecture on the significance of Children’s Day and the need to protect and promote the rights of children.
He highlighted key aspects of child rights, including the right to education, equality and protection against exploitation and abuse, stressing that every child deserves a safe, healthy and supportive environment.
The resource person also sensitised students about the functioning of Legal Services Authorities and their role in providing free and competent legal assistance, particularly to children and other vulnerable sections of society.
He encouraged students to remain aware of their rights and responsibilities and actively participate in educational and extracurricular activities.
The programme provided an opportunity to familiarise young students with issues concerning dignity, personal safety, protection and access to justice.
The celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, school staff, DLSA officials and Para Legal Volunteers.
The initiative was organised as part of DLSA Budgam’s ongoing efforts to strengthen legal awareness and promote child rights at the grassroots level.
