Dimapur, May 15 : The Nagaland State Legal Services Authority (NSLSA) in association with the Dimapur District Legal Services Authority (DDLSA) opened a Legal Care and Support Centre at the Additional Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Medziphema today.
While delivering his inaugural speech, Justice Nishitendu Chaudhury of the Gauhati High Court who is also the Executive Chairman of the NSLSA, affirmed that the upliftment of the weaker sections was a prerequisite for the overall progress of society. He pointed out that with the introduction of free legal aid schemes, legal services have become more accessible to the people. Such support centres are being set up at various places in all districts to serve as a bridge between the public and legal services institutions.
The inaugural programme was chaired by Inalo Zhimomi, Secretary, DDLSA, and Chief Judicial Magistrate, Dimapur, while the introductory address was given by Nino Iralu, Member Secretary, NSLSA. Rokuonicha Kuotsu, Former Minister of Waste Land & CAWD also addressed the gathering. Neiko Kanuo, Chairman, DDLSA, and District & Session Judge, Dimapur, explained the concept and purpose of the Support Centres. Vote of thanks was delivered by Sarah Jamir, ADC, Medziphema. The programme was attended by community leaders and members of Medziphema town.