BUDGAM, APRIL 10: In compliance with the calendar issued by NALSA regarding conducting UTRCs, DLSA Budgam, convened its 2nd quarterly UTRC meeting today, in the office Chamber of Chairman District Legal Service Authority (DLSA) Budgam.
The meeting was chaired by O.P Bhagat, Principal District & Sessions Judge (Chairman, DLSA) Budgam, who brought together key stakeholders from the judiciary, police, administration, and medical fraternity to address the significant issue of ensuring fair and expedited trials for under trial prisoners. The collaborative forum underscores the importance of a collective approach in safeguarding the rights of individuals awaiting trial.
Five cases involving under trial prisoners already identified as per SOPs were meticulously reviewed. Each case underwent thorough discussion and deliberation to understand the specific circumstances. The committee formulated recommendations aimed at streamlining the judicial process and upholding principles of equity and justice.
O.P. Bhagat emphasized the vital role of UTRC meetings in strengthening the criminal justice system and protecting the fundamental rights of under trial prisoners. He stressed on the importance of ongoing initiatives to ensure a fair and efficient legal process, promoting justice and transparency.
DDLSA Budgam remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring fair and speedy trials for under trial prisoners. The UTRC meetings serve as a crucial mechanism in this endeavor, contributing significantly to a more equitable and efficient Legal system.
The meeting was convened by Tabassum Qadir Parray, Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Budgam, and was attended by Mehraj-ud-Din Shah, Additional Deputy Commissioner Budgam; Sajad Malik, Dy Superintendent HQ Police, Budgam; Shahbaz Hussain, Dy Superintendent Central Jail Srinagar; Dr. Suhail Jan, Senior, Medical Officer, Central Jail Srinagar, and Lateef Ahmad Khan (Chief LADC), Budgam.