Tanveer Hussain
Budgam, November 6: In connection with the upcoming celebration of National Legal Services Day on November 9, 2026, a special legal awareness programme was organised today at Mazhar-ul-Haq Secondary School, Beerwah, under the aegis of the Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC), Beerwah, with the active participation of the Bar Association Beerwah.
The programme was attended by President of the Bar Association Beerwah, Advocate Bilal Ahmad Rather (Panel Lawyer), Advocate Naseer Ahmad Khan (Panel Lawyer), Advocate Inayat Malik, Advocate Sajad Ahmad Dar, Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) of the Tehsil Legal Services Committee Beerwah, members of the school staff and a large number of students.
On the occasion, Advocate Bilal Ahmad Rather, President of the Bar Association Beerwah, while interacting with the media, highlighted the importance of National Legal Services Day and stressed the need to promote legal awareness among people, particularly students and weaker sections of society. He said such programmes play an important role in educating citizens about their legal rights and the availability of free legal assistance.
Advocate Naseer Ahmad Khan, while addressing the gathering, spoke about constitutional rights and duties, equality before the law and the significance of free legal aid. He encouraged students to remain aware of their rights and responsibilities and to respect the rule of law.
Similarly, Advocate Inayat Malik highlighted the objectives and functions of Legal Services Authorities, explaining the availability of free legal aid to eligible persons, the role of Lok Adalats, mediation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. He also emphasised the importance of spreading legal literacy at the grassroots level.
The speakers informed the students that National Legal Services Day is observed every year on November 9 to commemorate the establishment of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and to reaffirm the commitment towards ensuring equal access to justice for all.
Special emphasis was laid on educating students about their fundamental rights and duties, the importance of constitutional values and the need to develop a culture of legal awareness from an early age. The students were encouraged to share the information with their families and communities so that more people could benefit from available legal services.
The Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) of the Tehsil Legal Services Committee Beerwah also actively participated in the programme and highlighted their role in connecting ordinary citizens with legal services and facilitating access to free legal assistance.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and teaching staff, who appreciated the initiative and showed keen interest in learning about various legal rights and services available to the public.
Advocate Sajad Ahmad Dar presented the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the school administration, participating advocates, Para Legal Volunteers and all those who contributed to making the programme successful.
The programme concluded with a reaffirmation of the collective commitment of the Tehsil Legal Services Committee Beerwah and the Bar Association Beerwah towards promoting legal literacy, strengthening constitutional values and ensuring access to justice for all.
