EMN
Dimapur, July 31
An orientation programme was conducted for the Special Juvenile Police Unit (SJPU) under Kohima district on July 30 by State Child Protection Society - Nagaland. The SJPU is a unit of the police force designated for handling juveniles at district level. The programme aimed at highlighting the key functions of the SJPU and was held in the SP Conference Hall, Kohima.
The Additional Superintendent of Police Kohima, Igwangheing Hemang gave a short speech about the scenario of juveniles in Nagaland. Khehoto Sema, Society Director SCPS in his keynote address welcomed all participants which comprised of members of Kohima SJPU, JJB members of the district, resource persons, members of the Nagaland State Legal Services Authority and staff of SCPS Nagaland. Manla Konyak was the chair and course director for the programme while Pungoyi Nienu gave the Invocation.
During the first session, resource person Mezivolu T. Theriah, Principal Magistrate, Kohima gave an introduction on Child Rights further explaining the implications of Child Rights. It was followed by interactive skit by Alemwapang Ao, Panel Member (NSLSA) and Mezivolu T. Theriah. The skit highlighted the steps that should be taken during a case of juvenile offenders in case of rape of a minor.
Megoneituo Kielienyu, the Legal cum Probation Officer, Kohima highlighted the roles and responsibilities of the SJPU during the second session. Mayang Lima, Registrar in Guwahati High Court Kohima Bench and Member Secretary (NSLSA) discussed in depth on legal literacy and awareness of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000 as well as on the topic of Children in need of Care and Protection.
The third session was conducted by Khehoto Sema, Society Director SCPS on the topic of Monitoring Mechanism for Juvenile Justice System. While emphasizing also on the "4 Rights of a Child" he urged everyone to work for the cause with the best of one’s ability.
Rokokhrielie Seuno, Programme Officer (SCPS) delivered the closing speech. He thanked the participants and in particular, he thanked Joseph Hesso, SP Kohima and Shouka Kakheto SDPO, Kohima for their support and help.
