Legal Services Awareness Day Celebrated Grandly at Narsampet Women’s Jail
Special Awareness Programme on Free Legal Aid for Women Prisoners
Narsampet Division: Awareness of laws is the first step towards the rehabilitation of prisoners, said Principal Junior Civil Judge Mohammed Yousuf.
Legal Services Awareness Day was celebrated grandly at the Narsampet Special Women’s Prison under the aegis of the Mandal Legal Services Committee (MLSC), under the chairmanship of Jail Superintendent Sravanti.
Principal Junior Civil Judge Mohammed Yousuf, who attended the programme as the chief guest, inaugurated the celebrations by cutting a cake along with Jail Superintendent Sravanti in the presence of women prisoners.
Legal Awareness is a Protective Shield
Speaking on the occasion, Judge Mohammed Yousuf stated that awareness of laws is essential for every citizen and serves as a protective shield. He emphasized that the main objective of the Legal Services Authority is to ensure equal justice for poor people and women who are unable to access justice due to financial difficulties.
The judge explained in detail the special rights guaranteed to women prisoners under the Constitution and various laws, as well as the procedures for obtaining free legal aid through courts.
He advised the prisoners to approach the District or Mandal Legal Services Authority whenever they require legal advice.
He also urged the women prisoners to leave their past behind, consider prison life an opportunity for self-reflection, maintain good conduct and take steps towards rehabilitation. He expressed his hope that they would return to society and lead respectful lives.
Jail Superintendent Sravanti explained the various psychological and welfare activities being undertaken for the well-being of prisoners in the jail.
Visiting Advocates P. Sunitha and Divya created awareness among the prisoners about legal facilities available to them, including bail provisions and the appointment of free legal counsel.
Jail staff, legal representatives and women prisoners participated in the programme.
