DIMAPUR: The Nagaland Law Students’ Federation (NLSF) organised a legal awareness campaign at Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung, on October 27 under the theme, “Importance of Women in Litigation, for a Safer Nagaland.”
The programme highlighted the vital role of women in the legal profession and emphasised the importance of access to justice, legal awareness, gender equality and the protection of women’s rights.
The event was chaired by NLSF education secretary Anjali Adhikari and began with an invocation by Sentisangla. NLSF president Adv. Neivisielie Rino delivered the welcome address, while principal of Fazl Ali College, Dr. I. Wati Imchen, delivered a short speech.
Special addresses were delivered by president of the Mokokchung District Bar Association (MDBA), Adv. Molodongba Jamir, and Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), Mokokchung, Adv. Pangjungmanen Longchar.
The speakers stressed the need to encourage greater participation of women in litigation, address gender-based discrimination and empower women to assert their legal rights. They also highlighted the role of legal aid in helping women overcome financial and social barriers to justice and encouraged them to report injustice and seek appropriate legal assistance.
The discussions underscored that women’s meaningful participation in the legal system was essential for building a safer, more equitable and inclusive society.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by NLSF general secretary Adv. Temsu I. Jamir, followed by the benediction delivered by Bendangliba.
Friday, October 30, 2026