Support system

Recently in connection with Senior Citizens Day a special function was organized for Old Aged and Infirm at Amphalla Jammu.

It was organized by District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Jammu and Global Peace Organisation.

In the day long camp, the inmates were advised on various legal issues by panel lawyers, Legal Aid Defense Counsels (LADCs), and Secretary DLSA Jammu. This initiative aimed to ensure that the senior citizens are well-informed about their legal rights and the assistance available to them, thereby empowering them to address their legal concerns effectively.

In his welcome address, I.D. Soni, President of the Old Age Home, warmly greeted the Chief Guest, Justice Tashi Rabstan, and other dignitaries, providing a brief history of the establishment of the home, which was founded to offer care and shelter to elderly individuals without family support.

The program also featured an insightful and detailed presentation focusing on the rights and welfare of senior citizens. These presentations aimed to spread awareness about the legal and social rights that protect the elderly and the various government schemes designed to support their well-being.

One of the notable speakers, Adv. Mamta Chib, a Panel Lawyer from DLSA Jammu, delivered an enlightening presentation on the rights of senior citizens, emphasizing the legal protections available to them under various statutes. Adding to the depth of the event, Mamta Rajput, District Social Welfare Officer, Jammu, provided an overview of the welfare schemes tailored for the elderly, ensuring they are informed and can access the benefits to which they are entitled.