Guna: Juvenile Home Children's Artwork Exhibited at District Court

गुना | राजा हतम वेग

Artistic Expressions on Display at District Court

In accordance with directives from the Madhya Pradesh State Legal Services Authority, Jabalpur, and under the guidance of Principal District and Sessions Judge Amitabh Mishra, a special 'Bal Srijan' (Child Creation) exhibition was organized at the District Court premises in Guna. The primary aim of this event was to nurture and showcase the creative potential of children residing in the juvenile correctional home to society.

Diwali-Themed Creations Highlighted

The children presented their handmade crafts, paintings, earthen diyas, torans (door hangings), and candles, with a special focus on the upcoming Diwali festival. Special Judge Rakesh Kumar Jain inaugurated the exhibition, lauding the children's artistic creations. He emphasized that such activities foster skill development in adolescents and can lead to better self-employment opportunities in the future.

Promoting Skill Development and Self-Employment

Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, Radhakishan Malviya, underscored the initiative's importance, stating its main objective is to build a brighter future for the children and aid in improving their economic situation. The exhibition aimed to inspire the children to become self-reliant by utilizing their creative abilities.

Awareness of Legal Rights and Aid Schemes

During the concluding session, District Legal Aid Officer Sarvesh Chaturvedi educated the children about their legal rights. He provided detailed information on the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) free legal aid scheme, the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, and the emergency helpline numbers 15100 and the Child Helpline number 1098. This information was intended to ensure children are aware of their rights and can access assistance when needed.

Representatives from the Women and Child Development Department, members of the Legal Aid Defence Counsel, and court staff were present during the event. Concluding the program, the children were gifted sweets, rangoli materials, and puja items.

This initiative proved to be a significant step in showcasing the hidden creative talents of the children, boosting their self-esteem, and offering a new direction for their future prospects.