Prisoners behind bars celebrate Diwali celebrations at Ferozepur Central Jail, exhibit handcrafted items
DLSA holds awareness seminar, awareness program
Ferozepur, October 25, 2024: In a unique initiative to illuminate lives otherwise spent behind bars, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) of Ferozepur organized a special Diwali seminar and awareness program in the Central Jail. The event, spearheaded under the guidance of District and Sessions Judge Virender Aggarwal, showcased the inmates' vocational skills and highlighted the authority's efforts toward rehabilitation and awareness.
Inmates – notorious criminals, goons and petty thieves - trained in various vocational courses displayed various handcrafted items such as clay lamps, candles, paper envelopes, and homemade sweets, all specially crafted for the Diwali festival. This exhibition allowed the inmates to showcase their skills and encouraged them to engage in creative and constructive activities.
As part of the broader program, an anti-drug campaign was held to educate the inmates on the dangers of substance abuse. Deputy District Education Officer Dr Satinder Singh and Central Jail Superintendent Satnam Singh led this session, delivering valuable insights and encouraging the inmates to embrace a life free from addiction.
Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Anuradha, who also serves as the Secretary, DLSA, provided information on the various free legal aid schemes available through the authority. She emphasized that these services are aimed at ensuring access to justice for all and supporting the reintegration of inmates into society.
The event marked a step forward in transforming the jail experience from one of mere confinement to an opportunity for positive change, rehabilitation, and celebration.