Governor and Union MoS Law launches Nyaya Prabodh- Awakening to Justice campaign
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SHIMLA 15 June, 2026
· Justice, equality and rule of law form foundation of Indian democracy: Governor
Governor Kavinder Gupta today inaugurated the Nyaya Prabodh– Awakening to Justice campaign during the regional workshop and reform Utsav organized by the Union department of Justice at the government college Dharamshala in Kangra district.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor said that Indian democracy was based on justice, equality and the rule of law. He stressed that the constitution not only guarantees rights but also ensures dignity and equal access to justice for every citizen.
The Governor said that Article 39A of the constitution entrusts the state with the responsibility of ensuring that no individual was denied justice due to economic or other disabilities and that free legal aid was made available to needy. The justice was not confined to obtaining decisions in courts but encompasses the creation of a society where every citizen feels secure, respected and empowered.
He said that ensuring access to justice was particularly challenging in remote areas of Himachal Pradesh. However, the technology, digital services, legal awareness programmes and local support systems were helping bring justice closer to the people.
He lauded initiatives such as DISHA, Tele-Law, Nyaya Bandhu and legal awareness campaigns for making legal services more accessible. He welcomed the launch of the Nyaya Prabodh-Awakening to Justice campaign and said that legal awareness was the first step towards ensuring justice for all. He also encouraged the advocates and law students to support the Pro Bono Pledge and providing free legal assistance to the disadvantaged groups.
The Governor said recent reforms, including improved judicial infrastructure, digitization, e-courts, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and stronger legal aid services, have made the justice system more transparent, efficient and citizen-friendly. He urged the young people to see the constitution as a guide for life, not just an academic subject.
