Distributes bicycles, sports kits, blankets
Smart Boards provided to children’s homes
Srinagar | Nov,14:Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Judge of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh and Executive Chairman of the J&K Legal Services Authority, on Saturday celebrated Children’s Day with inmates of Paresha Children’s Home for Girls and Palash Children’s Home for Boys at Ishber, Nishat.
The programme focused on promoting child rights, education, protection and equal opportunities, besides providing a platform for children to showcase their talents.
During the visit, Justice Sanjeev Kumar interacted with the children, listened to their aspirations and encouraged them to pursue education, develop their individual talents and remain confident in their abilities.
He stressed that every child deserved care, affection, protection and equal opportunities to grow in a safe and dignified environment.
The celebrations featured cultural and recreational activities, with children presenting a traditional Kashmiri Rauf performance. Musical chairs and spoon races were also organised, adding to the festive atmosphere.
A cake-cutting ceremony was held in which the Executive Chairman and other dignitaries joined the children.
As part of the initiative, bicycles, cricket kits, blankets, sports uniforms and other essential items were distributed among the children to encourage their participation in sports and support their daily needs.
Smart Boards were also provided to both children’s homes to facilitate technology-enabled learning and improve access to modern educational facilities.
Justice Sanjeev Kumar emphasised that protecting children from abuse, exploitation, neglect and discrimination was both a statutory obligation and a collective moral and constitutional responsibility.
He underlined the importance of coordinated efforts among legal services institutions, the Social Welfare Department, educational institutions and other stakeholders to strengthen child protection mechanisms.
The programme was attended by Member Secretary J&K Legal Services Authority ShaziaTabasum, Principal District and Sessions Judge Srinagar Naseer Ahmad Dar, Director School Education Kashmir Naseer Ahmad, District Social Welfare Officer Srinagar Dr.Mukhtiyar Ahmad and other officers and officials.
The event reaffirmed the commitment of the Legal Services Authority towards promoting child welfare, legal awareness, access to justice and the overall development of children living in institutional care.
