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POCSO Act Awareness Programme Held at Madkaikar Higher Secondary School, Corlim

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Corlim, January 19, 2026: The Old Goa Free Legal Aid Cell of V. M. Salgaocar College successfully conducted an informative awareness programme on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act at Madkaikar Higher Secondary School of Arts and Science, Corlim, Goa. The session commenced at 11:15 am and witnessed active participation from students and staff.



The programme featured insightful sessions by PSI Harshal Raikar and Advocate Aloysia Andrade, who explained the legal framework of the POCSO Act, its objectives and significance in protecting children from sexual offences. The speakers highlighted the role of law enforcement, legal authorities and society at large in ensuring the safety, dignity and rights of children.

Key aspects discussed during the session included legal procedures under the POCSO Act, responsibilities of citizens, reporting mechanisms, and preventive measures to safeguard children against abuse. The speakers emphasised early awareness, responsible behaviour and timely legal intervention as essential tools in child protection.

The programme was well received by students and faculty members, with interactive discussions enabling participants to ask questions and gain clarity on legal remedies and support systems available for victims.

The awareness initiative successfully achieved its objective of promoting legal literacy, child safety awareness and justice, contributing towards building a safer and more informed environment for children.

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Legal Aid Camp Held at Panaji District and Sessions Court

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In a bid to promote legal awareness and provide free legal aid to the public, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) in association with the Legal Aid Cell Mala, comprising students from Salgaonkar Law College, organized a legal aid camp at the Panaji District and Sessions Court.

Eminent Speakers Share Valuable Insights
The camp featured a series of informative sessions, with prominent speakers sharing their expertise on mediation and other legal topics. Principal District Judge Irshad Agha delivered a keynote address, emphasizing the importance of mediation in resolving disputes. Advocate Mendes also spoke on the subject, providing valuable insights into the mediation process.

Dignitaries Attend and Show Support
Shantashri Kudchadker, Secretary of DLSA, was present at the event, along with Judge Arti Kumari. Shri Santosh Bharne, President of the Advocates Association Panaji, also attended the camp, showing support for the initiative.

Objective of the Camp
The primary objective of the legal aid camp was to create awareness about the importance of mediation and other legal services available to the public. The event aimed to empower citizens with knowledge about their rights and provide them with access to free legal aid.

Success of the Camp
The camp was well-attended, with participants showing keen interest in the sessions. The event was deemed a success, with organizers and attendees alike expressing their satisfaction with the informative and interactive sessions.

Future Initiatives
The DLSA and Legal Aid Cell Mala plan to organize more such events in the future, with the goal of reaching out to a wider audience and providing them with access to free legal aid and awareness about their rights.