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Details: Written by: JK Monitor News Network; Published: 09 August 2025

Utmost focus & priority on rights and empowerment of tribal communities: DLSA Chairman

SHOPIAN: Marking the significance of World Tribal Day, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Shopian today organized an awareness program at Tragpathri Zampathri area of the Keller tehsil. The event, organized under the chairmanship of Chairman DLSA, Mehmood Ahmad Chowdhury and Secretary DLSA, Mudasar Farooq.

The commemoratory event brought together key stakeholders committed to the welfare and rights of tribal communities in the region. Prominent attendees included Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel, Shopian; Tehsildar Keller, SHO Keller, ZEO, Keegam/Keller Zone, tribal activists, civil social members and panel lawyers and paralegal volunteers (PLVs) of DLSA.

Chairman DLSA delivered a keynote address focusing on the protection and promotion of Tribal Rights. He elaborated on constitutional and legal safeguards available to tribal communities, importance of land rights, forest rights, and cultural preservation and mechanisms for seeking legal aid and redressal of grievances through DLSA Shopian.

Secretary DLSA enumerated the free legal services available for the poor and downtrodden communities including tribal populace and called upon people to be proactive in voicing their needs and fighting for their rights.

Other dignitaries also addressed the gathering, highlighting critical issues and government initiatives pertaining to tribal populations. Discussions centered on enhancing access to education, healthcare, livelihood opportunities, and social security schemes specifically designed for tribal communities.

The role of awareness in combating exploitation and ensuring social justice was emphasised on the occasion. The program served as a vital platform for direct interaction between the tribal community members and officials. Attendees were informed about various legal aid schemes, welfare programs, and procedures to access government services. PLVs were actively engaged in disseminating information and assisting community members.

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