BUDGAM, FEBRUARY 01: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam today conducted a review meeting of Legal Aid Defence Counsels here today.
The meeting was held under the chairmanship of O.P Bhagat, Chairman DLSA Budgam and Principal District & Sessions Judge, Budgam.
The meeting was convened by the Secretary, DLSA Budgam, to assess the performance of Legal Aid Defence Counsel and ensure fulfilment of standards of service delivery.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Legal Aid Defence Counsel, M Sharooq Ahmad Bhat and Rouf Ahmad Parray Assistant Legal aid Defence Counsel who shared their experiences, challenges, and suggestions for improving the delivery of legal aid.
Discussions focused on ensuring quality legal representation, expediting pending cases, and enhancing coordination among counsels to strengthen access to justice.
The Secretary emphasized the importance of efficient and accessible legal aid services and reiterated the commitment of DLSA to providing free and effective legal assistance to those in need.
The meeting concluded with a collective resolve to further streamline legal aid mechanisms and enhance the efficiency of legal services in the district.
