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Details: Written by: JK Monitor News Network; Published: 10 December 2025

JAMMU: District Legal Services Authority Jammu, under the guidance of Chairman DLSA Jammu R. N. Watal (Principal District and Sessions Judge, Jammu) and the supervision of Secretary DLSA Jammu Maleeka Sharma, organised an awareness programme on World Human Rights Day today. The programme was held at The Law School, University of Jammu. Sunil Kumar, Secretary of the J&K High Court Legal Services Committee, was present on the occasion and Prof. K. L. Bhatia, former Director and founder of The Law School, University of Jammu was the guest of the programme.

The Law School marked Human Rights Day with a programme aimed at promoting awareness and advocacy for fundamental human rights. The event was held on the day recognised globally to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Maleeka Sharma, Secretary DLSA Jammu, addressed the gathering and shared insights on the significance of human rights and the role of legal services in protecting and empowering vulnerable communities. She emphasised that human rights are inherent and fundamental, not privileges and highlighted the 2025 theme: “Human Rights: Our Everyday Essentials.” She urged students to cultivate integrity, empathy and a commitment to truth, noting their role in addressing emerging human rights challenges such as digital privacy, discrimination and environmental concerns. She concluded her address by encouraging dedication and hard work and quoted, “Disappear for a while to be noticed for a lifetime.”

The session also included presentations by two resource persons, Advocates, Deepali Arora and Uma Kapahi, both Panel Lawyers of DLSA Jammu. They shared expert perspectives on legal frameworks and the practical implementation of human rights laws.

Students, faculty and legal professionals engaged in discussions that reflected the university's commitment to fostering a culture of justice and equality. The event highlighted the importance of continued education and outreach in safeguarding human rights in the region. Similar awareness programmes were also organised by TLSCs of District Jammu.

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