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World Environment Day was celebrated on 5th June 2025 at the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA), Rouse Avenue Courts, New Delhi, to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues and to encourage action for the protection of our planet.
Established by the United Nations in 1972, this day is recognized as the most significant platform for global environmental outreach. A total of more than 80 staff members attended the said programme.

The Session began with interactive discussion led by Sh. Rajiv Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA, and Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA. They highlighted the urgent need to address land degradation and the importance of collective efforts in restoring ecosystems. The Ld. Officers, along with the staff of DSLSA, also took a pledge to protect and preserve the environment for future generation.

The Ld. Presiding Officers reminded everyone of our collective responsibility towards nature. With growing environmental concerns such as global warming, deforestation, pollution, and biodiversity loss, World Environment Day serves as a call to action. They emphasized that small yet impactful actions—like reducing the use of plastic, conserving water, planting trees, recycling, and adopting sustainable lifestyles—can bring about meaningful change.

The celebration at DSLSA was a strong reminder that protecting the environment is not a one-day commitment but a continuous responsibility. Through such initiatives, DSLSA reaffirmed its dedication to fostering environmental awareness and encouraging sustainable practices in daily life.

An Orientation session for Interns, as part of the Summer Internship–2025, was successfully organized on 4th June 2025 by the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) at Rouse Avenue District Courts, New Delhi. This initiative aims to provide law students with hands-on practical exposure and to familiarize them with the functioning of various legal aid mechanisms. The internship training is scheduled to continue till 24th June 2025 and will include intensive interaction with legal professionals and practical field assignments. A total of 153 law interns from different law colleges and 10 Legal Services Advocates attended the session.

The inaugural session commenced with an interactive discussion led by Sh. Rajiv Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA and Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA. They shared encouraging messages to participants regarding the importance of the internship in shaping the professional journeys of young law students. The Ld. Officers emphasized that legal aid is not only a statutory responsibility but a social obligation, and that the active involvement of students can significantly contribute to the cause of access to justice.
The Ld. Officers discussed the important role that advocates will play as mentors during the internship period. Advocates were advised to guide the interns in understanding the structure and functioning of key government departments and institutions such as Jail Duty, Front Office of Legal Aid Clinics, the One Stop Sakhi Centre, and others. The advocates were also informed that their responsibility includes not only legal guidance but also mentoring interns on professional etiquette, ethical practices, and coordination with court and administrative staff.

During the session, several queries raised by the participating interns and advocates were addressed. Sh. Rajiv Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA and Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA provided detailed responses to ensure clarity regarding the procedural aspects of the internship, reporting mechanisms, daily assignments, and expected outcomes. They urged all participants to maintain discipline, punctuality, and decorum throughout the programme in all institutional settings.

The Ld. Officers further informed that Legal Services Advocates will be the primary point of contact for interns during field visits and must ensure that all necessary arrangements, including departmental coordination and addressing interns’ concerns, are properly managed. Interns were also encouraged to take this opportunity seriously and to participate in all assigned activities with full sincerity and dedication.

The orientation session concluded on a positive note, with the dignitaries expressing hope that the Summer Internship–2025 will be a transformative learning experience for all participants. It is expected that this initiative will not only strengthen the interns’ practical understanding of legal aid and social justice but also foster a deeper commitment to public service among future legal professionals.

An Orientation Training Programme for Legal Services Advocates who shall be attached with 11 groups of Interns during Summer Internship-2025, commencing from 4th to 24th, June-2025 was organized by the Delhi State Legal Services Authority at Rouse Avenue Courts on 2nd June 2025. A total of 10 advocates attended the training session.

The programme began with an interactive session with Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA, and Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA. They shared valuable insights on the role of advocates in supporting law students during the internship. The Ld. Officers highlighted the importance of professional guidance, discipline, and the practical exposure that interns would receive during their time in internship.
The participants were encouraged to actively engage with the interns, guide them in court proceedings, Jail Duty, Front Office, One Stop Sakhi Center and help them understand the practical side of legal services.

Following the discussion, Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA and Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA addressed the queries raised by the Legal Services Advocates and explained various procedural aspects of the internship.

The training proved to be highly informative and engaging. It not only prepared the advocates for their mentorship roles but also ensured that the Summer Internship–2025 would be a productive and meaningful experience for all involved.

A training programme was organized by the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) for Principal Magistrates and Members of the Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) on 24th May, 2025 from 02:30 PM onwards at the Conference Hall, 3rd Floor, Rouse Avenue District Courts, New Delhi. Total number of participants were 11.

The programme began with an interactive session with Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA and Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA. They shared valuable insights and best practices, while also encouraging participants to discuss their own experiences and challenges in the field of juvenile justice.

Thereafter, Ms. Tanvi Khurana, Ld. Officer of the Delhi Higher Judicial Services (under posting) delivered a detailed presentation on the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, focusing on key areas such as Bail, Age Inquiry, and Preliminary Assessment. The session helped clarify important procedural aspects and highlighted the significance of child-friendly judicial approaches.

The training proved to be a highly enriching experience, offering both practical insights and legal clarity. It reinforced the importance of a sensitive, informed, and collaborative approach to handling cases involving children in conflict with law.

A half day training programme for the Chairpersons and Members of all Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) was conducted on 17th May 2025 from 02.00PM onwards, at 1st Floor, Conference Hall, Rouse Avenue District Courts, New Delhi. 40 participants from Child Welfare Committees (from I to X) attended the programme as per schedule.

This capacity building programme aimed to enhance the capacity of CWC members in handling children related issues and understanding the legal framework surrounding their responsibilities.

The event began with an interactive session with Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, and Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation) from DSLSA, encouraging participants to exchange their experiences and insights. This was followed by a session on the evolution of role of CWCs from welfare to protection of children’s rights, led by Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary and Sh. Anant Kumar Asthana, Advocate who emphasized the importance of a rights-based framework under the Juvenile Justice Act.

The final session addressed two crucial areas: Legal remedies for recovery of wages in child labour cases and the role of CWCs in the surrender of a child under the POCSO Act, presented by Ms. Priya Singh, Member of JJB-VII. The speaker stressed on the need for inter-agency coordination, child-friendly procedures, and ensuring the best interest of the child. The programme was widely appreciated by the participants and recognized as a valuable initiative by DSLSA to strengthen the role of CWCs in the child protection system.

The Delhi State Legal Services Authority, under the National Legal Services Authority, has effectively conducted its 2nd National Lok Adalat for 2025 on 10th May, 2025 across various judicial venues including District Court Complexes, the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi, Permanent Lok Adalats, Debt Recovery Tribunals, State Consumer Commission, and District Consumer Commissions.

Shri Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, emphasized that under the able-stewardship and guidance of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vibhu Bakhru, Judge, High Court of Delhi & Executive Chairperson, DSLSA, the Authority has consistently endeavoured to promote Alternate Dispute Resolution techniques, at both the pre- institutional stage as well as at the litigative stages.

Shri Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA highlighted that the National Lok Adalat serves as a distinctive platform for dispute resolution, encouraging conciliation and promoting amicable settlements. He also added that this event underscores our commitment to cultivating a justice delivery system that is not only equitable and just but also easily accessible to all sections of society. Ld. Member Secretary stressed on the fact that DSLSA once again engaged Transgenders, Senior Citizens, persons with disability, people from North-East region of the country and Acid Attack victims, in the decision-making process by appointing them as Associate Members in Lok Adalat Benches across different Court complexes.

Shri Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA, Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA and other dignitaries, visited the Karkardooma Courts Complex to oversee the arrangements. They interacted with Presiding Officers and Associate Members, acknowledging their role in ensuring efficient case resolution. Judges throughout Delhi very actively participated in Lok Adalat. Litigants actively joined the proceedings for settlement/amicable disposal of their cases.

A total of 354 Lok Adalat Benches in District Courts and 15 in the High Court, Debt Recovery Tribunals, Consumer Forums, and Permanent Lok Adalats were constituted. The National Lok Adalat settled 1,40,165 cases with a settlement amount of Rs. 1217.60 Crores. Highlights include the highest settlement of a MACT case for Rs. 66 Lakhs and the resolution of an old 2014 case. Overall, the initiative marked a substantial achievement in dispute resolution and justice delivery.

Shahdara and North East District Legal Services Authorities (DLSA) in association with Amar Jyoti Charitable Trust, set up a Legal Literacy Club “समन्वय (SAMANVAY)” at Amar Jyoti School, Karkardooma, Delhi.

On 3rd May, 2025, Sh. Sanjeev Jain, Ld. Principal District & Sessions Judge, North East District inaugurated this club in the presence of Sh. Arvind Kumar, Ld. Principal Judge (Family Court), Shahdara, Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, Sh. Abhinav Pandey, Ld. Secretary (Litigation), DSLSA, Ld. Secretaries North East & Shahdara DLSAs and other dignitaries.
Ms. Uma Tuli, the founder of Amar Jyoti Charitable Trust welcomed all dignitaries. Thereafter, Sh. Anshul Singhal, Ld. Secretary, Shahdara DLSA briefed all present about this initiative. He added that this Legal Literacy Club is part of the NALSA’s Child-Friendly Legal Services Scheme, 2024, and aims to promote legal awareness among children with disabilities and their caregivers. In the inaugural address, Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA emphasized upon the importance of such clubs for accessible legal education in schools.

On this Occasion, Sh. Sanjeev Jain, Ld. Principal District & Sessions Judge, North East District & Sh. Arvind Kumar, Ld. Principal Judge (Family Court), Shahdara highlighted the significance of legal awareness in educational institutions, especially those catering to children with disabilities.,
As part of its inaugural initiative, a workshop was conducted on 03.05.2025 in the Conference Hall of Amar Jyoti Charitable Trust. The topics covered during the session included Provisions of POCSO Act, Provisions of POSH Act, Mandate and procedures to be followed by members of the Internal Complaints Committee

The workshop was attended by teachers and members of the Internal Complaints Committee. The resource persons for the session were Mr. Jai Kumar Sharma, LAC, North-East DLSA, and Ms. Puvali Singh, LAC, Shahdara DLSA, who shared the valuable insights implementation strategies. There were around 140 persons in the event.

Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) successfully organized a “Job Mela” which is a Placement Drive under Project “वीरांगना” at Nyay Manch Auditorium, First Floor, Rouse Avenue District Courts Complex, New Delhi. This initiative is part of DSLSA’s ongoing efforts to rehabilitate beneficiaries of legal services by equipping them with vocational skills and facilitating meaningful employment opportunities.

The day began with the registration of participants, followed by certificate distribution ceremony at the Nyaya Manch Auditorium. Certificates were awarded to candidates who successfully completed their professional training at the prestigious Institute of Hotel Management, PUSA (IHM PUSA). These were presented by Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, and Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, in the presence of Ld. Secretaries from the District Legal Services Authorities (DLSAs).

Thereafter the Inaugural Session of “Job Mela” was formally opened by Sh. Rajeev Bansal, Ld. Member Secretary, DSLSA who addressed the beneficiaries and motivated them to take full advantage of the employment opportunities available. Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA then took the stage to introduce the participating companies, explain the placement drive process, and conduct a Q&A session, patiently resolving the queries of the participants to ensure clarity and confidence.

The placement drive saw enthusiastic participation from legal services beneficiaries who interacted with recruiters from leading hospitality and service sector organizations, including ITC Hotels Ltd., The Lalit, Chhanv Foundation, Lemon Tree Hotels, and Par Anand Charitable Trust. The event culminated with the issuance of 19 Letters of Intent (LoIs) post the interview rounds. The average CTC offered was Rs. 2 Lakhs per annum, by the 5 participating companies, recognizing the potential and dedication of the candidates.

The closing ceremony ended the day on a happy note, celebrating the strength and progress of the beneficiaries and thanking everyone who helped make the event a success. The event featured a concluding address by Sh. Naveen Gupta, Ld. Special Secretary, DSLSA. A short video presentation was also screened, capturing the inspiring journey and impact of Project “वीरांगना” and highlighting the life-changing role of skill training and institutional support.