3rd Regional Event of the ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ campaign held in Guwahati

Guwahati:The 3rd Regional Event of the year-long celebration, ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ campaign by Department of Justice under Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India was held at IIT Guwahati Auditorium on 19 November. The campaign is being organised to commemorate 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution and India’s establishment as a Republic.Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State for Law and Justice and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs graced the occasion as chief guest. Addressing the gathering the Union Minister reflected that the Constitution of India protects the citizens of India. The purpose behind organizing the event is to make the citizens of the country aware about the constitution and people behind its drafting. He spoke extensively on the role and contribution of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in the making of constitution.Furthermore, he elaborated on the core values of the Constitution, with a particular focus on equality, liberty and fraternity and encouraged attendees to remain aware of their rights and perform their respective duties as citizens.Highlighting the significance of the Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman campaign, Hon’ble Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court, Shri Vijay Bishnoi said that the Constitution of India is the fundamental law of the land which embodies the values, principles, and governance framework of our country. All the organs of the State owe their origin and derive their authority from the Constitution and discharge their respective functions within its framework. He further said that the Constitution of India is the supreme legal authority which binds the legislative, executive, and judicial organs of our country, and guides the State’s functioning, while ensuring citizen’s rights and responsibilities.The event began with a significant and symbolic gesture of planting of saplings to honour the 15 women members of the Constituent Assembly, who played a crucial role in the creation of India’s Constitution. This tribute under the campaign of ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Nam’ was an attempt to highlight the pivotal yet often overlooked role of women in shaping the country’s democratic foundation.During this occasion Union Minister Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal along with other dignitaries released the Samvidhan Katta magazine, which highlights 75 stories illustrating the significance of the Constitution in everyday life. These stories, shared by stakeholders and field functionaries from the Tele Law and Nyaya Bandhu programs, provided insightful perspectives on how the Constitution continues to safeguard the rights of Indian citizens. In addition, eight podcasts were released, focusing on the role of the Tele Law and Nyaya Bandhu programs in helping citizens safeguard their rights. These podcasts, aimed at reaching a broader audience, provide practical insights into the significance of the Constitution and how it can be used to defend legal rights.A Comic Book was unveiled during the event, featuring the real-life stories of 10 beneficiaries who have used the Tele Law and Nyaya Bandhu programs to protect their Constitutional rights. Presented in an engaging comic format, the book aims to make legal rights more accessible and relatable to the general public.Hon’ble Judges of the Gauhati High Court, officials from the High Court Registry, officials from the Assam State Legal Services Authority, advocates from the Guwahati Bar Association, judicial officers, Village-Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) from the Common Service Centers (CSCs), students and faculty from National Law University, Guwahati, and senior officials from IIT Guwahati, along with Central and State government representatives attended the event today.The ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ campaign, which was officially launched by the Hon’ble Vice President of India on 24th January 2024 at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, has aimed to promote the understanding of the Indian Constitution and raise awareness about legal rights among citizens. As part of its efforts, regional events have been organized across the country, with Bikaner and Prayagraj already hosting successful events in the past year. The Guwahati event marks a significant step in furthering the campaign’s goals, reaching diverse communities in the Northeast.