Hyderabad: Dalit Sthree Sakthi (DSS) organized a Legal Clinic on “Violence Against Dalit/Adivasi Women and Girl Children” at the Ambedkar Resource Centre, Samarat Commercial Complex, Lakadika Pool. The event brought together a jury comprising officials from the police, child rights commissions, and representatives of various organizations to address the challenges faced by victims of violence.
Key attendees included SP J. Anyonya from CID, DSP Shekher Reddy from the Women Safety Wing, Krishna Naik from Hyderabad Commissionerate, Suneetha from Cyberabad Commissionerate, and representatives from the Child Rights Commission such as Sobha Rani and Brindakar. Other notable participants included Mr. Ramane, Mr. Sanker, and Ms. Sajaya from prominent people’s organizations.
State Nodal Officer Ms. Divya Devarajan, IAS, attended as the Chief Guest, while Ambassador Vinod Kumar, IFS, and District Judge and Wakf Board Chairperson Sri Ramdosa graced the event as Guests of Honor. National Convener of DSS, Ms. Jhansi Geddam, conducted the proceedings.
During the session, victims shared their harrowing experiences and highlighted challenges in receiving compensation and accessing justice. Ms. Divya Devarajan assured the victims that a special people’s hearing would be organized to address their grievances. She pledged to resolve inter-departmental issues and emphasized the urgency of ending all forms of violence against Dalit and Adivasi women and children.
SP J. Anyonya warned that repeat offenders involved in atrocities would face strict legal action. The event also highlighted delays in court proceedings, with officials calling for a renewed focus on expediting justice.
The clinic served as a crucial platform for addressing systemic hurdles faced by marginalized communities, with promises of follow-up actions to ensure justice for victims.
