IN
THE MONTH OF MARCH - 2008
WOMEN'S
DAY CELEBRATION
Delhi Legal Services Authority has been celebrating
International Women's Day every year with mass
participation of women from all over Delhi.
This year the Authority celebrated International
Women's Day in association with Delhi Commission
for Women and Non-Governmental Organizations
in Delhi on 7th of March, 2008 at India Gate
Lawns.
Smt.
Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Delhi
was the Chief Guest of the programme, which
was also graced by Smt. P.M. Singh, Member Secretary,
Delhi Commission For Women. The Chief Minister
and other dignitaries were welcomed by Smt.
Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary, Delhi
Legal Services Authority.
On
this occasion, the Authority installed two stalls
to showcase and highlight the services available
to the Women/other beneficiaries. Delhi Legal
Services Authority also distributed around 20,000
pamphlets to various visitors and participants
at the fair. Besides this legal assistance by
the Counsellors was also given to the 200 participants.
The
Mobile Van of the Authority with Counsellors
was also available to give Legal Advice to the
participants. The Docu-drama and audio and video
CDs prepared by the Authority, were also being
displayed on this occasion with the help of
projector, for the legal awareness of the masses.
The following Pamphlets were distributed on
the occasion:
1.
Aims & Objectives of Delhi Legal Services
Authority.
2. Criteria for Free Legal Aid.(Hindi)
3. Dowry I (Hindi)
4. Dowry II (Hindi)
5. Female Foeticide (Hindi)
6. Child Labour I (Hindi)
7. Child Labour II (Hindi)
8. Sexual Harassment at Work Place I (Hindi)
9. Sexual Harassment at Work Place II (Hindi)
10. Divorce (English)
11. Rights of Working Women (Hindi)
12. Matrimonial (Hindi)
13. Domestic Violence (Hindi)
14. "WO(W)MAN" Booklet on "Marriage
& Divorce"
LEGAL
AWARENESS PROGRAMME AT TIHAR JAIL. A SEQUEL
TO INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
Delhi
Legal Services Authority & Delhi Prisons
in association with Venu Eye Research Institute,
Rotary Club of Delhi and Divya Jyoti Jagriti
Sansthan organized a Sequel to International
Women's Day Celebration on 11th of March, 2008
at Women's Jail No.6, Central Jail Tihar, Delhi.
Hon'ble
Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice, High
Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority, High Court of Delhi;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High
Court of Delhi & Executive Chairman, Delhi
Legal Services Authority, High Court of Delhi;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High
Court of Delhi & Chairman, Delhi High Court
Legal Services Committee; Hon'ble Ms. Justice
Hima Kohli, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble
Ms. Justice Aruna Suresh, Judge, High Court
of Delhi and Hon'ble Ms. Justice Veena Birbal,
Judge, High Court of Delhi graced the occasion
in the presence of Sh. B.K. Gupta, D.G (Prisons);
Dr. Girija Vyas, Chairperson, National Commission
for Women; Ms. Tanuja Joshi, Director, Venu
Eye Centre; Sh. S.K. Mehra, Legal Committee,
Rotary Club; Smt. Pragya Bharati, Member, Divya
Jyoti (NGO) and Ms. Nafisa Ali, Film Actress
& Social Activist. All the dignitaries were
welcomed by Smt. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member
Secretary, Delhi Legal Services Authority. Thereafter,
a Toy Garden for the welfare and benefit of
children of jail inmates was inaugurated by
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M. K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority and a large number
of toys were installed there for the benefit
of jail inmates' wards. The joy on the faces
of the children cannot be described in words
and was to be seen to be believed.
On
this occasion, Sh. B.K. Gupta, D.G (Prisons)
delivered the Welcome Address and Address by
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority, High Court of Delhi
and Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge,
High Court of Delhi & Executive Chairman,
Delhi Legal Services Authority, High Court of
Delhi. A Vande Matram, a patriotic song was
performed by Anhad Troupe of Central Jail, Tihar.
Booklet "Umeed" was released on the
occasion by Ms. Girja Vyas, Chairperson, National
Commission for Women as prepared by Delhi Legal
Services Authority highlighting the rights of
women jail inmates. The Authority in association
with Venu Eye Centre spearheaded by Dr. Tanuja
Joshi, Director, Venu Eye Centre had also organized
an Eye Check-up Camp in Jail No. 6 on 1st of
March, 2008 and the Spectacles were distributed
on 11th of March, 2008 by the Hon'ble Judges
of High Court. Ehsaas (A Documentary Film) by
Pragaya T.V was thereafter screened. A Dance
performance-"Parwaz" a flight of freedom,
was also shown there and the performance of
jail inmates was highly appreciated and applauded
by the dignitaries. Hon'ble Legal Judges of
the High Court of Delhi thereafter interacted
with Jail Inmates. The function concluded with
a vote of thanks by Ld. Member Secretary, Ms.
Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Delhi Legal Services
Authority.
Workshop
on 31st March, 2008
The
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a workshop
on 31.3.2008 at Judges Lounge, High Court of
Delhi, Sher Shah Road, New Delhi to devise ways
and means to work out the strategies to improve
upon the disposal laid of the cases under section
138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
The
Conference was chaired by Hon'ble Mr. Justice
S.B. Sinha, Judge, Supreme Court of India and
was also attended by Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K.
Sharma, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi &
Patron-in-Chief, Delhi Legal Services Authority;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Jugde, High
Court of Delhi & Executive Chairman, Delhi
Legal Services Authority; Professor Mohan Gopal,
Director, National Judicial Academy, Bhopal,
Mr. G.E. Vahanvati, Solicitor General of India
as well as other High Court Judges, District
& Sessions Judge, Delhi; Registrar General,
Delhi High Court, Registrar (Vig.), Delhi High
Court, Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Delhi,
all other ACMMs, Delhi and other Senior Officers
of various Banks and financial institutions
who were the main complainants and litigating
parties pertaining to the cases under section
138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
The
distinguished gathering shared their views and
suggestions for the improvement of disposal
of the cases under section 138 of Negotiable
Instruments Act, 1881 which has almost choked
the entire Justice Delivery Mechanism particularly
in Delhi and it was decided that all the participants
and representatives from the Banks/Financial
Institutions and Mobile Companies shall give
their suggestions in writing within a week to
Delhi Legal Services Authority which shall compile
the same alongwith suggestions and views put
forth by the Hon'ble Judges as well as the Solicitor
General and Professor Mohan Gopal and thereafter
another meeting will be called with a select
group and representatives of the Banking Companies
and financial institutions having sufficient
time at their disposal to devise a pragmatic
and workable plan.
The
meeting concluded with high-tea.
IN
THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY- 2008
TWO DAY TRAINING PROGRAMME ON "PROTECTION
OF WOMEN FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE" AT V.K.
KRISHNA MENON BHAWAN, ON 2ND FEBRUARY, 2008
& 3rd FEBRUARY, 2008
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a Training
Programme on "Protection of Women from
Domestic Violence" on 2nd February 2008
at V.K. Krishna Menon Bhawan, Bhagwan Das Road.
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok Bhan, Judge, Supreme
Court of India was the Chief Guest on this occasion
and His Lordship inaugurated the Training Programme.
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice
T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High
Court of Delhi & Chairman, High Court Legal
Services Committee; Hon'ble Ms. Justice Rekha
Sharma, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble
Ms. Justice Manju Goel, Judge, High Court of
Delhi (Retd.), Sh. Ajit Bharihoke, Ld. Registrar
General, High Court of Delhi; Sh. Satnam Singh,
Ld. District & Sessions Judge, District
Courts, Delhi and all Secretaries of Delhi Legal
Services Authority graced the occasion with
their esteemed presence.
The
Training Prgramme was divided into 4 Sessions
i.e. Session - I, Inaugural Session; Session
- II: Role of Protection Officers in the Implementation
of the Protection of the Women from Domestic
Violence Act, 2005; Session-III: Role of the
Police Officer in the enforcement of the Protection
of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005; Session
IV: Role of the Service Providers under the
Protection of Women of Domestic Violence Act,
2005.
In
the Inaugural Session Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S.
Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi and Executive
Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority delivered
the welcome address. Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K.
Sharma, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi and
Patron-in-Chief, Delhi Legal Services Authority
enlightened the gathering on the various facets
of Domestic Violence Act.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice Ashok Bhan, Judge, Supreme Court
of India released the booklet on "Report
& Recommendations: Domestic Violence "
and also delivered the ketnote address in the
Inaugural Session. Inaugural Session was concluded
by Ms. Santiga Dhingra Sehgal with her vote
of thanks.
The Training Programme on "Protection Of
Women From Domestic Violence" also continued
on 3rd February, 2008 at V.K. Krishna Menon
Bhawan, Bhagwan Das Road.
The
Training Prgramme was divided into 3 Sessions
i.e. Session - V, Role of the Magistrate in
the effective implementation of the Protection
of Women from Domestic Violence; Session -VI:
Problems and Challenges in the Implementation
of the Protection of the Women from Domestic
Violence Act, 2005; Last Session- Valedictory
Session.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice T.S.Thakur, Judge, Supreme Court
of India & Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal
Services Authority; Hon'ble Ms. Justice Gita
Mittal, Judge, High Court of Delhi and Hon'ble
Mr. Justice S.N. Dhingra, Judge, High Court
of Delhi graced the occasion.
All the sessions were interactive sessions in
which the audience participated and got clarifications
for their queries for the distinguished guests.
INAUGURATION
OF THE CENTRAL OFFICE OF DELHI LEGAL SERVICES
AUTHORITY
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice Ashok Bhan, Judge, Supreme Court
of India & Executive Chairman, National
Legal Services Authority performed the puja
and broke the auspicious coconut in the presence
of all the dignitaries.
In
his keynote address, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok
Bhan, Judge, Supreme Court of India & Executive
Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority appreciated
the services being rendered by the Delhi Legal
Services Authority under the stewardship of
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority and leadership of Hon'ble
Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of
Delhi & Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal
Services Authority. Hon'ble Dr. M.K. Sharma,
Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority also addressed
the gathering and hoped that with the opening
of new office at central location at Patiala
House Courts, New Delhi. It will be easier for
the public at large to avail the services offered
by Delhi Legal Services Authority and take recourse
to various Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism
being propounded by the Delhi Legal Services
Authority.
The
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority,
Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S.Thakur, Judge, High
Court of Delhi stated that alongwith the opening
of the new office, the Daily Lok Adalat has
also started functioning at the Central Office
of Delhi Legal Services Authority at Patiala
House Courts and this will facilitate the public
at large and would be more convenient for them
to avail the services of Daily Lok Adalat on
daily basis and public would enjoy the benefits
of the Lok Adalat on a continuous basis rather
than wait indefinitely.
The
occasion was concluded by vote of thanks.
IN
THE MONTH OF JANUARY- 2008
A
TALK ON THE INDIAN EXPERIMENTS FOR IMPROVING
"ACCESS TO JUSTICE"
Delhi
Legal Services Authority organized "A Talk
on the India Experiments for improving Access
to Justice" held on 22nd of January, 2008
at Conference Room, Tis Hazari Courts, Delhi.
The function was graced by Hon'ble Dr. Justice
M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi
& Patron-in-Chief, Delhi Legal Services
Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S Thakur, Judge,
High Court of Delhi & Executive Chairman,
Delhi Legal Services; Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan
Sarin, Judge, High Court of Delhi & Chairman,
Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee; Hon'ble
Mr. Justice S. Muralidhar, Judge, High Court
of Delhi; Sh. Satnam Singh, Ld. District &
Sessions Judge; Ms. Mamta Sehgal, Judge Incharge,
Patiala House Courts; Judge Incharge, Kakardooma
Courts, Judge Incharge, Rohini Court and Sh.
Marc Galanter a renowned Professor of Law (USA)
and expert on Indian Legal System.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of
Delhi Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority delivered the Welcome Adddress and
highlighted the high disposal rate achieved
by Lok Adalats in the year of 2007; Hon'ble
Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice High
Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority delivered the Keynote
Address. A Talk on the Indian Experiments for
Improving "Access to Justice" was
delivered by Sh. Marc Galanter, Professor of
Law from United States.
On
this occasion, the certificates were distributed
by the Hon'ble Judges of High Court and distinguished
guests to the Judicial Officers and the staff,
who made the Ist Mega Traffic Lok Adalat (8th
- 9th September, 2007) successful.
The
function was concluded by Hon'ble Mr. Justice
Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Chairman, Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee
with His Lordship's vote of thanks.
IN
THE MONTH OF DECEMBER- 2007
SEMINAR
ON "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE" AT VIGYAN BHAWAN
15TH DECEMBER, 2007
Delhi
Legal Services Authority in association with
Bar Council of Delhi organized a Seminar on
"Domestic Violence" at Hall No. 6,
Vigyan Bhawan on 15th December, 2007 from 10.30
a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Hon'ble Mr. Justice R.V. Raveendran, Judge,
Supreme Court of India was the Chief Guest on
this occasion. Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma,
Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
& Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin,
Judge, High Court of Delhi & Chairman, Delhi
High Court Legal Services Committee graced the
occasion with their esteemed presence.
The
Seminar consisted of 3 Sessions i.e. Inaugural
Session, Session - I and Session - II. In the
Inaugural Session Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur,
Judge, High Court of Delhi and Executive Chairman,
Delhi Legal Services Authority delivered the
welcome address.
Hon'ble
Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice, High
Court of Delhi and Patron-in-Chief, Delhi Legal
Services Authority addressed the gathering.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice R.V. Raveendran, Judge, Supreme
Court of India in his inaugural address touched
various aspects of law on domestic violence.
His Lordship also released booklet on 'Domestic
Violence' prepared by Delhi Legal Services Authority.
Inaugural
Session was concluded by Hon'ble Mr. Justice
Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Chairman, Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee
was delivering vote of thanks.
In
Session - I of the Seminar Ms. Mohini Giri,
Former Chairperson, National Commission of Women
acted in capacity of moderator whereas Hon'ble
Ms. Justice Gita Mittal, Judge, High Court of
Delhi was the keynote speaker. Her Lordship
put stressed upon the Legal Intervention in
the Domestic Violence.
Ms.
Pinki Anand, Advocate, High Court of Delhi gave
her views on the topic "Domestic Violence
- A Fact Sheet". Ms. Geeta Luthra, Advocate,
High Court of Delhi gave Critical Analysis of
the Protection of Women from The Domestic Violence
Act. Prof. Dr. Jayashree Pillai from Miranda
House spoke about significance of counseling
in domestic violence. Ms. Shyama Chona, Principal,
DPS, R.K. Puram put some light on the "Impact
of Domestic Violence" on child. Hon'ble
Mr. Justice S. Ravindra Bhat, Judge, High Court
of Delhi laid stress upon Judicial Intervention
in the Domestic Violence. After summing up of
session by Ms. Mohini Giri, question answer
session took place.
In Session - II of the Seminar, Hon'ble Mr.
Justice A.K. Sikri, Judge, High Court of Delhi
was the keynote speaker. His Lordship put stress
on the Prevention of Domestic Violence and described
various legal aspects of this latest law. Ms
Annie Raja, General Secretary of National Federation
of Indian Women was the moderator.
Ms. Indira Jail Singh, Famous Advocate, Supreme
Court of India highlighted the Steps taken for
the Enforcement of the Domestic Violence Act.
Shri Sidharth Luthra, Advocate, High Court of
Delhi gave the information about Role of Government
& Non-Governmental Organization in the implementation
of the Domestic Violence Act. Shri Amod Kanth,
IPS told about the Scope of Police Intervention
in Domestic Violence Cases. Ms. Abha S. Joshi,
Executive Director, MARG, NGO laid stress on
the Social, Economic and Psychological Impact
of Domestic Violence. Ms. Savita Dutta from
Matriye College discussed the Role of Educational
Institution in Women Empowerment. Hon'ble Ms.
Justice Hima Kohli, Judge, High Court of Delhi
expressed Procedural Impediments in Implementing
Domestic Violence Act. The session ended with
question answer series.
SEMINAR
ON "FEMALE FOETICIDE" AT VIGYAN BHAWAN
16TH DECEMBER, 2007
Delhi Legal Services Authority in association
with Govt. of N.C.T. of Delhi (Department of
Health & Family Welfare) organized a Seminar
on "Female Foeticide" at Hall No.
6, Vigyan Bhawan on 16th December, 2007 from
10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Smt.
Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Delhi
was the Chief Guest on this occasion who inaugurated
this seminar. Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma,
Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
& Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority; Hon'ble Ms. Justice Rekha Sharma,
Judge, High Court of Delhi graced the occasion
with their esteemed presence.
The
Seminar was divided into 4 Sessions i.e. Inaugural
Session, Session - I, Session - II and Valadictory
Session. In the Inaugural Session Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
and Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority delivered the welcome address. Smt.
Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Delhi
released the booklet on "Female Foeticide"
and also delivered the inaugural address.
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi and Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority addressed the gathering
on the Female Foeticide.
Inaugural
Session was concluded by Ms. Santiga Dhingra
Sehgal with her vote of thanks.
In
Session - I of the Seminar Hon'ble Ms. Justice
Rekha Sharma, Judge, High Court of Delhi was
the keynote speaker whereas Shri Vivek Rai,
Principal Secretary (Health), Govt. of NCT of
Delhi acted in capacity of moderator. Ms. Asmita
Basu, Sr. Advocate, High Court of Delhi told
about the "Provisions of PNDT Act".
Dr. A.K. Mittal CMO PNDTgave a brief description
about the status of PNDT Act in Delhi and also
gave a Power Point Presentation. Dr. Sharda
Jain, renowned Gynecologist described about
the "Problems and Challenges in the Implementation
in the Pre-Conception & Pre-Natal Diagonistic
Techniques". Mr. Pravir Krishan, Joint
Secretary (Health) clarified about the "Future
Direction in PNDT Act". Shri R.G. Mitra,
Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist, UNICEF
gave the figures about the Child Sex Ratio.
Session - I was concluded with Questions &
Answers Sessions in which dignitaries &
speakers clarified the queries raised by audience.
In Session - II of the Seminar Hon'ble Dr. Justice
S. Muralidhar, Judge, High Court of Delhi was
the keynote speaker & Dr. M.D. Chouhan,
Director, Family Welfare, Govt. of NCT of Delhi
was moderator. Hon'ble Dr. Justice S. Muralidhar
gave address upon problem of female feoticide
& how effective present law can curb this
menance. His Lordship laid stressed on the how
Domestic Violence can be prevented. Shri Rakesh
Syal, Joint Secretary, Deptt. Of Law, Justice
& Legislative Affairs, Govt. of NCT of Delhi
described the "Problems and the Law relating
to Female Foeticide" and also gave a power
point presentation. Dr. Rajesh Kapoor, Secretary,
Radiologist Association told how misuse of diagnostic
techniques can be prevented. Dr. H.K. Chopra
from Moolchand Hospital describe the "Socio
Cultural & Religious Factors and Practices
Influencing Demographic Composition". Shri
C. Pal Singh, Ex. IG (Pb.) describe the "Social
Impact of Declining Child Sex Ratio". Session
- II was also concluded with Questions &
Answers Sessions
In
the Valedictory Session, Hon'ble Mr. Justice
T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi and
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority
gave a summary of the Conference Deliberations.
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi and Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority also addressed about
various recommendations and need to make changes
in law. His Excellency Tajendra Khanna, Hon'ble
Lieutenant Governor of Delhi gave the Valedictory
Address. Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mukul Mudgal, Judge,
High Court of Delhi summoned up with the Vote
of Thanks.
A signature campaign to stop female feoticide
was also initiated in which all dignitaries,
guest and persons present imfact agreed to 'save
girl child'.
IN
THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER- 2007
SYMPOSIUM
ON "CHILD LABOUR - MORAL & LEGAL CONFLICTS"
17TH NOVEMBER, 2007
Delhi
Legal Services Authority in association with
School of Law & Legal Studies, Guru Gobind
Singh Indraprastha University organized a Symposium
on "Child Labour - Moral & Legal Conflicts"
on 17th November, 2007 in Auditorium of Guru
Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Kashmere
Gate, Delhi from 2.30 P.M. to 5.00 P.M.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice Dalveer Bhandari, Judge, Supreme
Court of India, was the Chief Guest of the function.
Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice,
High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice
T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority
graced the occasion. Prof. M. Afzal Wani, Dean,
School of Law & Legal Studies, Guru Gobind
Singh Indraprastha University actively associated
with Delhi Legal Services Authority in organizing
this symposium. It was attended by Students,
Lecturers, representatives of NGO, Market &
Trade association, Police Officials etc.
The
number of students from different colleges participated
in the Symposium & each one spoke for 3
minutes duration either in Hindi or English.
Prizes
were distributed to the frontrunner students
who participated in the Symposium by Hon'ble
Mr. Justice Dalveer Bhandari, Judge, Supreme
Court of India; Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma,
Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
& Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority.
IN
THE MONTH OF OCTOBER- 2007
Opening
of Mediation and Conciliation Centre at Rohini
Court Complex
Delhi
Legal Services Authority has established new
Mediation and Conciliation Centre, Commenced
Training of Advocates on Mediation & Conciliation
and also concluded the 2nd Special Plea Bargaining
Adalat on 1st October, 2007 at Rohini Court
Complex at 5.00 P.M.
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok Bhan, Judge, Supreme
Court of India and Executive Chairman, National
Legal Services Authority was the Chief Guest
of the function. Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.B. Sinha,
Judge, Supreme Court of India was the Guest
of Honour. Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma,
Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
& Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin,
Judge, High Court of Delhi & Chairman, Delhi
High Court Legal Services Committee and Hon'ble
Mr. Justice Kailash Gambhir; Hon'ble Ms. Justice
Rekha Sharma; Hon'ble Ms. Justice Hima Kohli;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Veena Birbal Judges of High
Court of Delhi graced the occasion. Shri Satnam
Singh, Ld. District & Sessions Judge, Delhi;
Shri Ajit Bharihoke, Registrar General, High
Court of Delhi; Shri B.B. Choudhary, Judge Incharge,
Rohini Courts; Shri B.S. Chandok, President,
Delhi High Court Bar Association; Shri B. S.
Rana, President, Rohini Bar Association and
Shri Jatan Singh, Secretary, Rohini Bar Association
added dignity with their august presence.
Mediation
and Conciliation Centre consisted of One Secretary
Room, One Staff Room and two Mediation rooms
and the same was inaugurated by Hon'ble Mr.
Justice Ashok Bhan, Judge, Supreme Court of
India.
Mediation and Training Programme for advocates
was jointly commenced by Hon'ble Mr. Justice
Ashok Bhan and Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.B. Sinha,
Judges of Supreme Court of India. The total
36 advocates completed the training programme
successfully from 1st October - 20th October,
2007. The training was imparted by trained mediators
from Judicial Services namely Shri G.P. Mittal,
Shri M.L. Mehta. And Shri Sudhir Jain all District
& Sessions Judges.
Special Courts were held in Tihar Jail on 27th
& 28th September 2007 to deal with cases
u/s 25 Arms Act, 61 Punjab Excise Act &
27 NDPS Act. 140 cases were disposed off by
the Special Courts and the announcements of
disposed by special plea bargaining court was
made public during the function. In the function
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok Bhan addressed about
the benefits of mediation and conciliation whereas
Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.B. Sinha gave details
about his vision ADR-2025. Various Bar Association
including Rohini Bar association felicitated
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Kailash Gambhir for becoming
permanent Judge of High Court of Delhi.
IN
THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER- 2007
Launching
of Legal Awareness Campaign on Traffic Rules
and Regulations
Delhi
Legal Services Authority in association with
Delhi Traffic Police, New Delhi Municipal Council
and Delhi Transport Corporation organized a
Legal Awareness Campaign on Traffic Rules &
Regulations as well as Drawing and Painting
Competition for school children at Indoor Stadium,
Talkatora Garden, New Delhi a prelude to Mega
Traffic Lok Adalat held on 8th and 9th of September,
2007 under the directions of Hon'ble Mr. Justice
S.B. Sinha, Judge, Supreme Court of India, for
settlement of Traffic Challans Cases in four
District Court Complexes of Delhi and 21 Courts
of Special Metropolitan Magistrates.
Smt.
Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Delhi
was the Chief Guest of the programme; Hon'ble
Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice, High
Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi
Legal Services Authority and Hon'ble Mr. Justice
T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority
had graced the occasion with their esteemed
presence.
Shri
Satnam Singh, District & Sessions Judge;
Ms. Mamta Sehgal, Judge Incharge, Patiala House
Courts, New Delhi; Shri Ajit Bharihoke, Registrar
General, High Court of Delhi; Sh. B. S. Mathur,
Principal Secretary, Law, Justice and Legislative
Affairs, Government of Delhi; Sh. Sanjeev Jain,
Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Tis Hazari Courts,
Delhi; Shri Dara Singh, Wrestler/TV Personality;
Secretary, New Delhi Municipal Council &
Ms. Seema Gulati, Member, New Delhi Municipal
Council, Sh. Anshu Prakash, Chairman, Delhi
Transport Corporation, Sh. Qamar Ahmed, Jt.
Commissioner (Traffic) were also present and
Shri Neeraj Kumar, Special Commissioner of Police
graced the occasion with their august presence.
Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary,
Delhi Legal Services Authority and Shri A.K.
Sarpal, Officer of Special Duty welcome the
Hon'ble Judges, distinguished dignitaries and
guests. 4000 school students, 200 teachers &
50 NGO's attended the programme.
On
this occasion, an Exhibition of Posters on Traffic
Rules & Regulations was organized by Delhi
Traffic Police and material on Road Safety Rules
was distributed to the School Children. Disaster
Management Vehicle, Speed Radar System, Palacards
and bill boards carrying messages on Traffic
Norms and Guidelines were displayed to create
awareness among the School Children.
Hon'ble
Chief Minister launched the Legal Awareness
Programme and flagged off 100 Taxis & Autos
carrying the message on Road Safety and Mega
Traffic Lok Adalat.
Sh.
Neeraj Kumar, Special Commissioner delivered
the welcome address. In his speech he said that
Traffic Rules are made for the safety of road
users and everyone should observe them.
Hon'ble
Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur delivered the message
to the student community that they are future
motorist and they have to obey the Traffic Rules
& Regulations. His Lordship delivered
the message that we will make the city safe
with the help of Delhi Legal Services Authority
and Delhi Traffic Police. His Lordship delivered
the message to express his concern about the
increasing number of Traffic Offences. His Lordship
said that Traffic Offences are a big problem
and it is a big challenge to deal with such
high number of cases of Traffic Violation. His
Lordship said that Delhi Legal Services Authority
and Delhi Traffic Police have launched a campaign
for the disposal of pending traffic violation
cases.
Hon'ble
Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma delivered the message
that Traffic Rules must be obeyed and maintained
at all cost. His Lordship addressed the
student community as a future generation and
said that they have a very important role to
play and asked them to carry this message to
all the household in Delhi.
Hon'ble
Chief Minister delivered the message that everyone
should drive the vehicle in their line and lane
and pedestrians should cross the road in safe
manner. Hon'ble Chief Minister said that
there shall be no accident in Delhi if we walk
and drive safely.
Sh.
Dara Singh delivered the message that everyone
should follow the Traffic Rules & Regulations
while driving their motor vehicle. He encouraged
the students to participate in sports and have
nutritious diet to be healthy. He said that
we should always speak truth and make contribution
in the development and progress of the nation.
The following programme were also performed
as under:
1. Bhajan by Sh. Pankaj Jeswani.
2. Dance Performance by students of S.D. Public
School.
3. Bharatnatayam by the two students of Manavsthali
School.
4. Dance performance by students of Lovely Public
School
5. Play on Traffic Rules & Regulations by
Lovely Public School.
6. Gayan by Sh. Pankaj Jeswani.
Prizes
were distributed to the frontrunner students
who participated in Drawing & Painting Competition
by Smt. Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister
of Delhi; Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief
Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi
& Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services
Authority and Sh. Dara Singh, Wrestler/Rustam-e-Hind.
The
following students won the prizes in Drawing
& Painting Competition:
A.
Primary Group
Ist
Prize: Mr. Sohan Paul, IV -A, Amity International
School, Noida
IInd Prize: Mr. Saksham Kumar, Ist-C, Ramjas
School, Anand Prabat, Delhi
IIIrd Prize: Ms. Dishaddra Poddar, V-E, Ryan
International School, M. Vihar, Delhi.
Consolation:
Ms. Rimpa Samanta, V-E, Bal Bharti Public School,
Prize Ganga Ram Hospital Marg, New Delhi.
B.
Middle Group
Ist
Prize: Mr. Syed Yasir Hussain, VIII-C, Tarogre
International School, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi.
IInd
Prize: Mr. Mohit, VI, B.R.M Public School, Mayur
Vihar, Phase-III, Delhi.
IIIrd
Prize: Ms. Shreya Jain, VI-C, Tagore International
School, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
Consolation
Prize: Mr. Deepak Maini, VIII-A, Nutan Marathi,
Sr. Sec.
School, Pahar Ganj, New Delhi.
C.
Secondary Group
Ist
Prize: Ms. Tanya Paul, XI, Ryan International
School, M. Vihar, Delhi.
IInd
Prize: Ms. Prerna Sharma, X-A, Dilshad Garden,
Delhi
IIIrd
Prize Ms. Susnata Paul, X-A, Amity International
School, Noida
Consolation
Prize :Ms. Tania Dua, IX-C, Tagore International
School,
Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
5th
of September, 07
Delhi
Legal Services Authority and Bhagidari Jan Sahyog
Samiti jointly organized a Seminar on "Role
of Heads of School" for the Promotion of
Road Safety Education among the students on
5th of September, 07 at 8: 45 A.M. in Lecture
Hall, India International Centre (Annexee),
40, Max Muller Marg, Near Lodhi Garden, New
Delhi.
In the seminar, Principals and teachers of various
schools in Delhi participated and submitted
their valuable suggestions on Road Safety Education.
Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary,
Delhi Legal Services Authority emphasized the
significance of Principals in the creation of
a knowledge based society. She said teachers
can inculcate traffic discipline in future motorist.
She said that teachers are social engineers
and have the capacity to shape the society.
She delivered the message that awareness of
traffic norms and guidelines among the students
is a right step in the direction of creation
of an informed society. She awarded Appreciation
Certificates and Medals to the participants.
Sh. A.K.
Sarpal, Officer on Special Duty, Delhi Legal
Services Authority also attended the
programme.
IN
THE MONTH OF JULY- 2007
20th
July, 2007 - Inauguration of Legal Aid and Counselling
Centre & Release of 3rd Annual Report.
The
Authority inaugurated Legal Aid and Counselling
Centre at Tihar in association with Director General
(Prisons), Central Jail, Tihar on Friday, 20th
of July 2007 at 5:00 PM. Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok
Bhan, Judge, Supreme Court of India and Executive
Chairman, National Legal Services Authority inaugurated
the Legal Aid and Counselling Centre in the august
presence of Hon'ble Dr. Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief
Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief,
Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice
T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi &
Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High
Court of Delhi & Chairman, High Court Legal
Services Committee; Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mukul
Mudgal, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice Madan B. Lokur, Judge, High Court of Delhi;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Pradeep Nandrajog, Judge,
High Court of Delhi; Hon;ble Ms. Justice Geeta
Mittal, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble Mr.
Justice S. Ravindra Bhat, Judge, High Court of
Delhi; Hon'ble Dr. Justice S. Muralidhar, Judge,
High Court of Delhi and Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.K.
Misra, Judge, High Court of Delhi. Sh. V.V. Bhatt,
Principal Secretary (Finance), Ld. District &
Sessions Judge, Sh. Satname Singh, Judge Incharge,
Rohini Court; Ms. Mamta Sehgal, Judge Incharge,
Patiala House Courts; Sh. Dinesh Dayal, Judge
Incharge, Karkardooma Courts; Sh. K.C. Lohia,
Director, Delhi Judicial Academy, Karkardooma
Courts and Sh. Ajit Bharihoke, Registrar General,
High Court of Delhi also attended the occasion.
Hon'ble Judges visited in CPRO Office in Gate
No.3 & Model Mulakat Jungla, Central Jail
No.3 and attended Video Conferencing with Jail
Inmates seeking Legal Aid.
21st July, 2007 - Conclusion of First Ever Adalat On Plea Bargaining & Release of Informative Booklet on Plea Bargaining
The Authority organized Legal Awareness Programme on Plea Bargaining in Jail No. 1 so that the jail inmates can avail concessions in their punishment in view of the amendment made in the Code of Criminal Procedure by incorporation of Chapter XXIA on Plea Bargaining. On the conclusion of First Ever Adalat on Plea Bargaining was held on 21st July, 2007 and release of Informative Booklet on Plea Bargaining by the Chief Guest Hon'ble Mr. Justice Arijit Pasayat, Judge, Supreme Court of India in the august presence of Hon'ble Dr.Justice M.K. Sharma, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi & Patron-in-Chief, Delhi Legal Services Authority; Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S. Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi & Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manmohan Sarin, Judge, High Court of Delhi & Chairman, High Court Legal Services Committee. The following programmes were also performed :
1. Cultural Programme by Tihar inmates.
2. Poem by Sh. Sanjiv Jain, CMM.
3. Gazals of Pankaj Jaiswani.
IN
THE MONTH OF JUNE- 2007
2nd June, 2007- Legal Awareness Programme for organ donation at Patiala House Courts, New Delhi.
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a Legal Awareness Programme in collaboration with "Foundation for Organ Retrieval and Transplantation" and "New Delhi Bar Association" for organ donation at 3.30 P.M. on 2nd June, 2007 at Patiala House Courts, New Delhi.
Mrs. Mamta Sehgal, Judge Incharge, Patiala House Courts, Mrs. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld.Member Secretary, Delhi Legal Services Authority, Sh.A.K.Sarpal, Ld.Officer on Special Duty, Delhi Legal Services Authority, Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority, Sh.P.H. Parikh, President, Supreme Court Bar Association, Sh.Subhash Gulati, President, Patiala House Bar Assocation and Sh.Jagdip Vats, Secretary, Patiala House Bar Association were present on the occasion. Mrs.Mamta Sehgal was the Chief Guest in the programme. Dr.Prakash Khanduri, Head of the Surgery and Transplantation Department, St. Stephens Hospital, New Delhi, Dr. Neerav Goyal, Head of the Surgery Department, St. Stephens Hospital, New Delhi and Mrs.Akantashi Sen Gupta St. Stephens Hospital, New Delhi created awareness about the medical aspects and significance of organ donation. 200 advocates of Patiala House Bar Association attended the programme.
Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority delivered inaugural speech. He highlighted the objective of the Transplantation of Human Organs Act, 1994. He said that life is the most beautiful creation of the God and advancement of science and technology has made it possible to remove, preserve and transplant human organs from living and cadavers to save the life of suffering persons. He highlighted the legal aspects of the transplantation of human organs and the procedure and penalties provided by law in case of its violation. Dr. Prakash Khanduri explained the organ donation and comparative statistical figures of India and the world. Dr. Neerav Goyal made Power-point presentation of the Organ Donation and difference between living and cadaver donor. Sh.P.H.Parik emphasized the need of organ donation to save the life of suffering persons. Mrs. Mamta Sehgal and Mrs. S.D. Sehgal also sensitized and created awareness about the organ donation. Legal Awareness camp received overwhelming response from the Bar.
14th June, 2007 - Legal Awareness Programme on the "Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in ensuring Justice to Women" at 5/27 A, Jangpura-B, New Delhi-14.
Delhi Legal Services Authority in collaboration with Action India (NGO) organized a Legal Awareness Programme on the "Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in ensuring Justice to Women" at 5/27 A, Jangpura-B, New Delhi-14. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority addressed the programme. 30 NGO's attended the programme. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority made a presentation of the Legal Aid Programmes implemented in Delhi for providing Free and Competent Legal Services to eligible persons including women.
27th June, 2007 - Workshop on the topic "Strengthening the Association of Delhi Legal Services Authority and NGO's" at Conference Room, 54-57, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi.
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a workshop on the topic "Strengthening the Association of Delhi Legal Services Authority and NGO's" at 12 Noon on 27th June, 2007 at Conference Room, 54-57, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi. Mrs.Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld.Member Secretary, Sh. A.K.Sarpal, Officer on Special Duty and Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority addressed the workshop. 25 representatives of 15 NGO's attended the workshop. Ld. Member Secretary apprised the NGO's about the forthcoming programmes to be organized by the Authority to promote Legal literacy among the community. Sh.Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority explained the functions and activities of Delhi Legal Services Authority in detail and various programmes undertaken by the Authority for the implementation of various provisions of Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. He emphasized the significance of NGO's in reaching to the poor and weaker sections of the society so that the provisions made for their benefit can be effectively enforced. He requested the NGO's to collaborate with Delhi Legal Services Authority in the promotion of Legal Awareness. He assured them that Authority would provide them every assistance to spread Legal Awareness as well as to ensure Legal Aid to the social and weaker sections of the community referred by them. Workshop was highly appreciated by the participating NGO's.
30th June, 2007 - Workshop for the students of Amity Law School, Indraprastha University & Vivekanand Institute of Professional Studies at Conference Room, 54-57, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi.
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a workshop for the students of Amity Law School, Indraprastha University & Vivekanand Institute of Professional Studies at 2.00 P.M. on 30th June, 2007 at Conference Room, 54-57, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi. Students of law colleges attended the workshop. Smt. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary and Sh.Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority addressed the workshop. He apprised them about the aims and objectives of the Delhi Legal Services Authority as provided under Section 7 of the Legal Services Authority Act, 1987. He said that Authority is making every endeavour to realize the Constitutional ideals envisaged under Article 39-A of the Constitution of India. He said that "Access to Justice for All" is the goal of Authority. Authority is providing voice to the voiceless by providing Legal Aid and advice to the weaker and poor sections of the community. He said that Authority is organizing Lok Adalat on every Sunday at Tis Hazari Courts Complex, Rohini Courts Complex, Karkardooma Courts Complex and Patiala House Courts Complex for the disposal of Criminal Compoundable Cases and under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act. Lok Adalats of Motor Accident Claim cases, Bank Recovery Cases at prelitigative stage, MTNL Dispute Cases and Matrimonial cases are also held from time to time. He informed that Authority is providing Mediation and Conciliation to the community at 54-57, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi and 13 Legal Aid Centres in Delhi. He apprised them about District Legal Services Committees functioning at four Court Complexes and Mobile Legal Van Services. Some students have associated with the activities of the Authority like Mediation & Conciliation, Literacy Programmes and Lok Adalat. Delhi Legal Services Authority associates Law Students with Legal Aid Programmes so as to educate them about the objectives and functions of Legal Services Authorities.
IN THE MONTH OF MAY- 2007
10th May, 2007 - Legal Awareness Programme in partnership with Action India on the subject "How to use the Legal tool of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act to empower Women" at 5/27 A, Jangpura B, New Delhi
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a Legal Awareness Programme in partnership with Action India on the subject "How to use the Legal tool of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act to empower Women" at 5/27 A, Jangpura B, New Delhi from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM on 10th May, 07. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority addressed the participants. 50 Women and 20 NGO's attended the Programme.
18th May, 2007 - Seminar in Collaboration with MARG on the subject "Strengthening Access to Justice" at Conference Hall, Delhi Legal Services Authority, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi
Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a Seminar in Collaboration with MARG on the subject "Strengthening Access to Justice" at Conference Hall, Delhi Legal Services Authority, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Place, Gole Market, New Delhi from 02:30 to 5:30 PM. 25 Panel Advocates of Delhi Legal Services Authority and 15 Representative of MARG attended the Programme. Justice (Retd.), D.K. Basu has been pleased to grace the occasion as Chief Guest.
Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld. Member Secretary and Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer highlighted the functions and activities of Delhi Legal Services Authority and steps taken by the Authority for the implementation of Legal Aid Programmes in Delhi. Hon'ble Chief Guest enlightened the participants about the Legal Aid Movement and its significance in ensuring Access to Justice and maintenance of social fabric of the Society. He highlighted the Legal Rights of prisoners and persons n Police custody.
26th May, 2007 - Legal Awareness Programme on Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in prevention of Domestic Violence.
The Authority organized a Legal Awareness Programme in collaboration with Amar Holistic Society for Disabled (NGO) on the issue of "Domestic Violence" at 5:30 PM on 26.05.07 at Community Centre, Welcome, Delhi near Shri Ram Mandir. Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S Thakur, Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority & Judge, High Court of Delhi and Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.N. Dhingra, Judge, High Court of Delhi graced the occasion. The dignitaries were welcomed by Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary, Delhi Legal Services Authority.
The following programmes were also performed:
1. Haryanvi Folk Dance by SC/ST Welfare Association.
2. Rajasthani Folk Dance by Anjum Cultural Society and Apex School.
3. Nukkar Natak on the theme of Domestic Violence by artists of Utsav Art, provided by Bhagidari Jan Sahyog Samiti(NGO).
4. Rajasthani Folk Dance by the students of Apex School, Delhi.
Prizes were distributed to the students and Momentos were distributed to the NGOs (Action India, SC/ST Welfare Society for Disabled, Health Fitness Trust, Department of Social Welfare and Naseem Gandhian etc) associated with the Authority in this programme by Hon'ble Judges of Delhi High Court.
30th
May, 2007 - Training Workshop on "Tobacco Control
Act" at Auditorium, India International Centre,
40 Max Muller Marg, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi
Bhagidari Jan Sahyog Samiti and Delhi Government in partnership with Delhi Legal Services Authority organized a Training Workshop on "Tobacco Control Act" at Auditorium, India International Centre, 40 Max Muller Marg, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi at 9:45 AM. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer addressed the workshop and highlighted the legislative measures to regulate the tobacco smoking and consumption as well as the role of Enforcement Officer in the enforcement of the provision of the Act. 200 Section Officers and Enforcement Officers of all the Districts attended the workshop.
31st May, 2007 - National Seminar on Tobacco Control Act and Smoke Free Environment on the special occasion of "World No Tobacco Day" at Auditorium, India International Centre, 40 Max Muller Marg, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi
Bhagidari Jan Sahyog Samiti in partnership with Human Foundation and Universal Helpage (India) Trust and Delhi Government organized a National Seminar on Tobacco Control Act and Smoke Free Environment on the special occasion of "World No Tobacco Day" at Auditorium, India International Centre, 40 Max Muller Marg, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi at 09:45 AM. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer Delhi Legal Services Authority addressed the Seminar. He emphasized that tobacco products harm the non-smokers as well. He stressed that Teachers should educate the Students about the evils of tobacco smoking and chewing. He apprised them about the objectives of the Tobacco Control Act and prohibition and regulations provided by the Act and penalties for their validation. All the participants were requested to create a Tobacco Free Society. Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld. Member Secretary, DLSA was the Chief Guest and distributed prizes to the winners of National Poster Competition. 50 Students, 100 Teachers, 100 Principals, and Social Activists from different states of the country participated in the Programme.
IN
THE MONTH OF APRIL - 2007
12th April, 2007 - Legal Awareness Camp in partnership with Manavadhikar Samajik Manch (NGO) at Seelampur, North East, Delhi.
Delhi Legal Services Authority organised a Legal Awareness Camp in partnership with Manavadhikar Samajik Manch (NGO) on the Topic "Access to Justice for all" at 12 to 5 PM on 12.4.2007 at Seelampur, North East, Delhi.
Sh. Onkar Prasad, Counsellor, DLSA addressed 150 people of the Community in the Camp. He explained the aims and objectives of DLSA, Legal Aid Programmes initiated by the Authority to ensure justice to the poor and weaker sections of the society. He also provided legal advice and counselling to 50 persons. The Camp was organized in Slum Area of Delhi. Mobile Legal Services Van also visited the camp & distributed informative material in the community. Delhi Legal Services Authority is reaching to the Community at its doorstep by associating with NGOs for redressal of their legal problems by providing Legal Aid, Advice & Counselling services to the Community.
14th
April, 2007 - "Legal Awareness Programme" at Delhi
Administration Colony, Timar Pur, Delhi - 54.
Social Action for Advocacy and Research (SAFAR) organized a "Legal Awareness Programme" at 7 PM on 14.4.2007 at Delhi Administration Colony, Timar Pur, Delhi - 54. Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, Delhi Legal Services Authority delivered speech on the role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in Women Empowerment and Protection of Children. He educated the community about the legal mechanism provided for the safety, security and empowerment of women. He highlighted the legal remedies provided for the redressal of grievances of aggrieved women in the "Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005". The employment of children under the age of 14 years in hazardous factories and as domestic help in home, hotel and motels etc is prohibited by law. 500 persons of the community attended the programme. The programme was successful. Delhi Legal Services Authority is making every effort to make the Community literate about the social welfare legislations aimed to maintain the social fabric of the Society. He provided information to the community about the functions and activities of Delhi Legal Services Authority to ensure justice to the socially and economically weaker sections of the Society. Mobile Legal Services Van also visited the site & distributed informative material to the public.
15th
April, 2007 - Legal Fitness Programme at G.R.C.
Centre "Welfare Health Post", Basti Vikas Kendra,
Sudhan Camp, Kalkaji, Delhi.
Health Fitness Trust organized a Legal Fitness Programme in partnership with Delhi Legal Services Authority at 2 PM on 15.4.2007 at G.R.C. Centre "Welfare Health Post", Basti Vikas Kendra, Sudhan Camp, Kalkaji, Delhi.
Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer, DLSA delivered the speech "On the role of Delhi Legal Services Authority and Child Labour". 50 people of the Community of the area attended the programme. Sh. S.S. Tandon, Counsellor, Delhi Legal Services Authority also attended the Programme. He provided legal advice to 30 beneficiaries. The Programme was highly useful to the people living in Slum Areas.
23rd
April, 2007 - Legal Awareness Camp on the Role
of Delhi Legal Services Authority in Promotion
of Justice and Eradication of Child Labour
The Authority organized a Legal Awareness Camp in association with the Non- Governmental Organizations i.e Delhi Competitive and Vocational Studies, (DCVS), Khazan Singh Memorial Trust, Health Fitness Trust, Society for Promotion of Women & Child (SPOWAC), Bachpan Bachao Andolan and Department of Social Welfare on 23rd of April, 2007 at Community Centre, Block No.14, Dhobighat, Kalyan Puri, Delhi from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Hon'ble Mr. Justice T.S Thakur, Judge, High Court of Delhi and Executive Chairman, Delhi Legal Services Authority was the Chief Guest on this occasion, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mukul Mudgal, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble Mr. Justice H.R. Malhotra, Judge, High Court of Delhi; Hon'ble Ms. Justice Rekha Sharma, Judge, High Court of Delhi and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Kailash Gambhir, Judge, graced the occasion. The dignitaries were welcomed by Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary, Delhi Legal Services Authority.
The Hon'ble Executive Chairman expressed concern about the "Child Labour" in the society that it is a matter of shame that the children of our country are employed in Dhabas, Household and Agricultural fields even 50 years after independence. Hon'ble Executive Chairman said that these hildren are deprived from welfare measures and blessing to which they are entitled. Hon'ble Executive Chairman expressed hope that campaign against child labour would succeed with the assistance of Non-Governmental Organization and other persons collaborated with the Authority in the programme. Hon'ble Executive Chairman appreciated the Nukar Natak performed by the children of Bachpan Bachao Andolan and announced that DLSA will donate Rs.5000/- to the performers of Nukar Natak to encourage them and for their education, books, clothing and welfare. Hon'ble Executive Chairman expressed hope that with the assistance of NGOs and other persons, we will be reach at a stage when child labour will eliminated from the society and the country.
The following programmes were also performed:
1. Rajasthani Folk Dance by Anjum Cultural Society.
2. Patriotic Song by Little Angles School.
3. Haryanavi Folk Dance by students of Ms. Kamlesh Sharma.
4. Cultural Programme by SC and ST Welfare Association (NGO).
5. National Anthem & Skit on child labour by Delhi Competitive and Vocational Studies (DCVS/NGO).
6. Nukar Natak on Child Labour by Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA/NGO).
Prizes were distributed to the students and Momentos were distributed to the NGOs associated with the Authority in this programme by Hon'ble Judges of Delhi High Court.
Statement
of activities in the month of April, 2007
12.04.2007
TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp organized by Manavadhikar
Samajik Manch
VENUE: Seelampur
TIME: 12:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Attended by: Sh.Onkar Prasad, Counsellor, DLSA.
14.04.2007 TOPIC: The role of Delhi Legal Services
Authority (DLSA) in Women Empowerment and Protection
of children in the programme organized by Social
Action for Advocacy & Research (SAFAR).
VENUE: Delhi Administration Colony, Timar Pur, Delhi-54.
Addressed by: Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer.
15.04.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp organized by Health Fitness Trust
VENUE: G.R.C. Centre "Welfare Health Post", Basti Vikas Kendra, Sudhan Camp, Kalkaji, Delhi.
Addressed
by: Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer on "The
Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority and Child
Labour".
Statement
of activities in the month of March, 2007
01.03.2007
TOPIC 1: Seminar organized by Janki Devi Memorial
College, University of Delhi on the Protection
of Women from Domestic Violence Act.
VENUE: India International Centre, Lecture Hall (Annexe) Maxmuller Marg, Lodi Estate, New Delhi
TIME: 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon
TOPIC 2: Orientation cum Training Workshop on Tobacco Control Act for the enforcement officers, Depot Manager of DTC, RPF and Delhi Police in partnership with Bhagidari Jan Sahyog Samiti and Human Foundation.
VENUE: Auditorium, India International Centre, Maxmuller Marg, Lodi Estate, New Delhi.
TIME: 12.00 p.m.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
11.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp in partnership
with Society for Weaker Education and Rehabilitation
Apprentice (SWERA) on Domestic Violence, Eve teasing,
Dowry problems, Child Marriage etc.
VENUE: Basti Vikas Kendra, Indira Camp, Near Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, Kalyanpuri, Delhi - 92.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
15.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 1, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
16.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 3, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
17.03.2007 TOPIC 1: Seminar on significance
of Clinical Education in legal education
VENUE: Jamia Milia University
Addressed by: Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld. Member Secretary
TOPIC 2: National Seminar on Delay in Administration of Criminal Justice
VENUE: Vigyan Bhawan.
Attended by : Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Ld. Member Secretary and Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
19.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 4, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
20.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 5, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
21.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 6, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
22.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Jail No. 9, Tihar Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
26.03.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp on Plea-bargaining
VENUE: Rohini Jail
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
Statement
of activities in the month of February, 2007
01.02.2007
TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution
Exercise
VENUE: District, DCP Office, Parliament Street, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
02.02.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: East District, DCP Office, Shalimar Park, Vishwas Nagar, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
03.02.2007 TOPIC: National Conference Organized by NHRC on Juvenile Justice System in India
VENUE: Conference Hall, Indian Institute of Public Administration, Indraprastha Estate, Ring Road, Delhi.
Attended by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
05.02.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: North-East District, DCP Office, Seelampur, Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
17.02.2007 TOPIC: Orientation cum training programme in collaboration with Delhi Police, Bhagidari Jan Shayog Samiti and Human Foundation for training of the Protection Officers, Delhi Police, Service Providers and for promotion of legal awareness among the General Public and students on the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.
VENUE: Shyam Lal College Auditorium, Shahdara.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
19.02.2007 TOPIC: Second National Conference on the role of Legal Services Authorities in implementing and enforcing the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 organized by Action India.
VENUE: Viswa Yuva Kendra, Chankyapuri.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
24.02.2007 TOPIC: Orientation and training workshop for the Protection Officers, Services Providers and Delhi Police Officials on the Protection of women from Domestic Violence Act .
VENUE: Conference Hall, DCP/NE Distt. Office, Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
25.02.2007 TOPIC: Legal awareness camp in partnership with Stree Shakti.
VENUE: Govt. Boys Sr. Sec. School, Molarband, MCD Primary School, Nilothi Gaon and Sarvodaya Vidhalaya, Bank Colony, Mandoli
26.02.2007 TOPIC: Legal Awareness Camp organized by All Journalist Association on " The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005".
VENUE: Parshu Ram Bhawan, C-8 (Near Canara Bank) Yamuna Vihar, Delhi-53.
Addressed by: Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer.
Statement of activities in the month of January, 2007
08.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: South District, DCP Office, Hauz Khas, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
09.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: South West District, DCP Office, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
10.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: West District, DCP Office, Raja Garden, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
11.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: Central District, DCP Office, Darya Ganj, Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
12.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: North District, DCP Office, Civil Lines, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
15.01.2007 TOPIC: Workshop on Alternate Complaint Resolution Exercise
VENUE: North West District, DCP Office, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
19.01.2007 TOPIC: Rehabilitation of rescued child labour
VENUE:Bal Mitra Gram of Bachpan Bachao Andolan at Burari, Delhi.
Attended by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
23.01.2007 TOPIC: Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in promotion ensuring Justice to all in the 12th Annual Function and 110th Birth Anniversary of Netaji Subash Chander Bose
VENUE: Society for Securing Justice at A-1081, Jahangir Puri, Delhi - 33.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
Statement of activities in the month of December, 2006
11.12.2006 TOPIC: Delhi Action Plan for Women and Children under Six organized by Institute of Human Development, Department of Social Welfare and Government of NCT of Delhi
VENUE: Conference Hall no.2, Secretariat, Delhi Government
TIME: 10.am to 2 pm.
Addressed by : Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
20.12.2006 TOPIC: Orientation cum training programme on the protection of women from Domestic Violence Act for Protection officers, Delhi Police and service providers.
VENUE: DCP Office, Central, Darya Ganj, Delhi.
Addressed by: Sh. Sanjay Sharma, Project Officer
20.12.2006 To 05.01.2007 TOPIC: Public Campaign for prevention of Drinking and Driving in partnership with Delhi Traffic Police, Indian Alcohol Policy Alliance (IAPA) and Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS) .
IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER - 2006
DECEMBER 10, 2006 - LEGAL AWARENESS PROGRAMME AT SPRINGDALE'S SCHOOL, PUSA ROAD, DELHI.
A stall was set up with sufficient publicity material i.e. pamphlets, hand book and booklet for spreading Legal Awareness to the students and their parents about the functioning of Delhi Legal Services Authority inside the Springdale's School, Pusa Road, Delhi during the Annual Fate of the School. The Programme for Spreading Legal Awareness was conducted by Counsellors of Delhi Legal Services Authority and Ms. Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, Member Secretary, DLSA also Participated in the programme.
DECEMBER 23, 2006 - LEGAL AWARENESS PROGRAMME AT KULACHI HANSRAJ MODEL SCHOOL
A Programme to spread Legal Awareness was conducted by Counsellors of Delhi Legal Services Authority alongwith their assistants. The Programme was helpful in making students aware of Road Safety Rules and Role of Delhi Legal Services Authority in providing free Legal Services. The visual presentation i.e. "Satyamev Jayte" was also shown to the students of Kulachi Hansraj Model School, Ashok Vihar, Phase-III, Delhi-52.
DECEMBER 23, 2006 - LEGAL AWARENESS PROGRAMME AT S.D. PUBLIC SCHOOL,WEST PATEL NAGAR.
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