Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 15: Under the exemplary directions of Justice Gita Mittal, Chief Justice J&K High Court and patron-in-Chief J&K SLSA and guidance of Justice Rajesh Bindal, Executive Chairman J&K SLSA, “International Day of Democracy” was observed by J&K State Legal Services Authority on September, 15 , through District Legal Services Authorities in all districts of UT’s of J&K and Ladakh ,in conjunction with the theme for the year 2020, focusing on ” Democracy under strain: Solutions for a Changing World” by involving Para Legal Volunteers, Retainer Lawyers and other stakeholders.
The objective of observing the day was to raise public awareness for the purpose of promoting and upholding the tenets of democracy and provide an opportunity to celebrate the freedom and highlight the importance of human rights as the pillars upholding the democratic setup.
DLSA Samba observed the day by organizing an “Online Talk Programme “on the topic “Participative Role of Youth in Democratic Setup” which was attended by Para Legal Volunteers and Advocates. The Talk programme included deliberations on the positive and crucial role of the youth as responsible citizens in upholding the values of democracy, beyond rhetoric of caste and religion and other evils that plaque the social and political setup. Para Legal Volunteers also generated awareness amongst sections of the community regarding the concept. DLSA Anantnag organised an online discussion on the topic “Democracy Day in Times of COVID-19”, DLSA Reasi also organized a Webinar on the day wherein students of schools, PLVs, Advocates participated to celebrate the spirit of democracy.
At Kulgam, District Legal Services Authority organized interactive programmes with various sections of the society, across the district, through Para Legal Volunteers who generated awareness on the concept of Democracy and its inherent principles of freedom and human rights. DLSA, Ramban celebrated the day by organizing sensitizing programme at Gool and Ukhral about the importance of the day. At Kathua, District Legal Services Authority organized a Talk Show in collaboration with Education Department for Basohli Zone with the objective to promote the principles of democracy and social integration, particularly during the COVID-19 crisis. DLSA, Leh also observed the Day with Para Legal Volunteers, advocates at District Court Complex, highlighting the importance of celebrating the day. DLSA Kishtwar organized various programmes in the district and educated the public about the core principles of democracy.
The day was similarly observed by DLSAs of other districts across UT’s of J&K and Ladakh, with enthusiasm.
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