Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, November 17-
The Regional Conference of the SLSA, themed "Empowering the Marginalized and a Step Towards Social Justice," was successfully organised on November 17th, 2024, at the Chandigarh Judicial Academy.
The pivotal event was graced by the esteemed presence of Justice Bhushan R. Gavai, Judge, Supreme Court of India & Executive Chairman, National Legal Services Authority; Justice Surya Kant, Judge, Supreme Court of India; Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, Acting Chief Justice, High Court of Himachal Pradesh; and Justice Tashi Rabstan, Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The conference marked a significant milestone in discussions on social justice and empowerment for marginalized communities. The conference opened with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp followed by a series of insightful addresses.
In a heartfelt welcome by the Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court, he expressed a warm greeting to the assembled dignitaries, highlighting the pivotal role of the Legal Services Authorities across Punjab, Haryana, and U.T. Chandigarh in making justice accessible for all, particularly the marginalized.