JHALSA Celebrates Diwali Across Jharkhand, Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad Interacts With Children At Ranchi Observation Home

As part of the statewide initiative, warm clothing, blankets, sweets and other essential articles were distributed among children and elderly persons. The programme sought to ensure that those residing in institutional care felt valued, cared for and connected with society.

On November 8, 2026, Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad attended the Diwali celebration at the Observation Home, Dumardaga, Ranchi, as the Chief Guest. The programme was jointly organised by JHALSA, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Ranchi, and the District Administration.

The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of a lamp, followed by a welcome address delivered by Ravi Shankar Mishra, Deputy Director, Social Security, Ranchi. During his interaction with the children, Justice Prasad enquired about their living conditions, education, health, well-being and daily activities. He encouraged them to maintain a positive outlook, remain committed to their studies and work towards building a dignified future. Addressing the children, Justice Prasad observed that every child possesses immense potential and deserves an equal opportunity to fulfil their aspirations. He emphasised that appropriate guidance, quality education, affection, care and meaningful opportunities could enable children to become responsible and productive members of society, irrespective of their circumstances.

He further stressed that ensuring children's welfare, dignity and holistic development was a collective responsibility of the State and society. Justice Prasad also emphasised that children living in institutional care should never feel isolated or deprived of affection and support. He encouraged them to pursue their education while identifying and developing their individual talents and interests, including singing and other creative activities.

Advising the children to cultivate self-confidence, perseverance and positive thinking, he observed that mistakes and difficult circumstances could arise in life, but individuals should learn from their experiences, rectify their mistakes and move forward with renewed determination. He encouraged the children not to lose courage during difficult phases of life and to confront challenges with patience, resilience and self-belief.

Justice Prasad assured the children that the entire team involved in the initiative, along with the State Government, remained committed to providing them with necessary support and assistance. He further emphasised that such celebrations, alongside legal awareness activities, were intended not merely to mark a festival but also to motivate and empower children by assuring them of the continued concern and support of legal services institutions.

During the programme, Justice Prasad distributed prizes to children who participated in essay writing, painting and rangoli competitions organised on November 8, appreciating their creativity and enthusiasm. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Judicial Commissioner, Ranchi, Anil Kumar Mishra-I.

The event was also attended by Additional Judicial Commissioner-I Yogesh Kumar, Chief Judicial Magistrate S.B. Sharma, JHALSA Deputy Secretary Abhishek Kumar, DLSA Secretary Rakesh Roshan, City Superintendent of Police Paras Rana, Deputy Director of Social Security Ravi Shankar Mishra and other judicial officers, officials, Para-Legal Volunteers and members of the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System.