DLSA Sgr,
Wildlife Deptt organize Save Environment prog at Hokersar
Srinagar,
February 21: District
Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar organized an awareness program in
collaboration with Forest Magistrate, Court Srinagar and Department of Wild
Life Wet Land, Division Kashmir, Srinagar at Hokarsar Lake under the theme
'Save Environment'.
The programme was held under the
chairmanship of Jaffer Hussain Beg, Chairman DLSA Srinagar/ Principal District
& Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and supervision of Secretary DLSA Srinagar
Nusrat Ali Hakak and DFO, Altaf Ahmed Datoo.
The program aimed to raise
awareness about environmental conservation and the importance of protecting
natural ecosystems.
The awareness initiative was
inaugurated by the Jaffer Hussain Beg, Chairman of the District Legal Services
Authority Srinagar, in the presence of Nusrat Ali Hakak, Secretary
District Legal Services Authority Srinagar, Mohammad Ishtiyaq Alam Baba,
Forest Magistrate, District Court Srinagar, SHO, Ranbeer Singh, Nasir
Ahmed, Range Officer Lakes/CCR, Hokarsar Wetland Srinagar along with staff
members of the DLSA Srinagar, and officials of Hokarsar Wetland Srinagar also
participated in the event.
During the program, Ld. Judicial
Officers emphasized the need for collective action to combat environmental
issues, highlighting the role of legal services authorities in promoting
environmental awareness. The participants were encouraged to adopt eco-friendly
practices and support initiatives that contribute to a greener and healthier
environment.
As part of the awareness program,
pamphlets containing vital information about the NALSA helpline number and the
availability of free legal aid were distributed on the spot. This initiative
aimed to ensure that individuals, especially those from marginalized
communities, are aware of their legal rights and can easily access free legal
assistance when needed.
The event concluded with a pledge
to continue efforts toward environmental preservation and further awareness
campaigns. The District Legal Services Authority Srinagar remains committed to
fostering environmental consciousness among the community through similar
initiatives in the future.