The Kohima District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA), in collaboration with Kohima Women Police Station, observed International Women’s Day at the Women Police Station, Kohima under the theme “Give to Gain” on March 8.
Mezivolu T Therieh, NJS, Chairperson, KDLSA and Principal District & Sessions’ Judge, Kohima exhorted the women police and honoured the dedication, courage, and commitment of women serving in the police force. On the occasion of International Women’s Day, she acknowledged not only the achievements of women police personnel but also their quiet sacrifices and hard work in rendering service to society.
In her speech, she stated that policing is not an easy calling, as it requires discipline, patience, courage, and often personal sacrifice. She commended the women police for balancing their professional duties with family and social responsibilities, which can be challenging at times.
She encouraged them by reminding them that the uniform they wear is not merely a profession but a commitment to stand for truth, protect the vulnerable, and uphold justice and integrity. In cases involving women and children, she emphasized the importance of dealing with such matters with compassion ensuring that justice is served.
Cheliam Khiamniungan, NJS, Secretary, KDLSA and chief judicial magistrate, delivered the theme address. In her address, she acknowledged and appreciated the dedicated service of the women police personnel. She shared the quote, “When women succeed, everybody benefits,” emphasizing that empowering women contributes to the well-being and progress of society as a whole.
She further highlighted the importance of providing purposeful support to women so that they can live freely without fear and stressed the need to respect and create equal opportunities for all women. She concluded her address with a message: “Empowered women empower women.”
Officer-in-Charge of Kohima Women Police Station, Dsiesenguno Bio also shared her experiences in service and the challenges but how with cooperation of all the women police they have been able to tackle the many difficulties yet meaningful moments in the course of their duties. She thanked the KDLSA for looking out for them and appreciated their attention and concern given to them.
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Panel Lawyer Mika Aye spoke on women’s rights and emphasized important legal provisions such as the POSH Act, the Maternity Benefit Act (1961 & 2017 amendment), the Domestic Violence Act, and the Constitutional rights of women. She also highlighted the upcoming programme “Mahila Jan Sunwai” (public hearing) to address grievances faced by women, scheduled to be held on March 9 at Tseminyu and on March 13 at Kohima (DC Complex).
Neisezonuo Legeise, Assistant Public Prosecutor, shared her journey of working with the Women Police officials and stated that justice should not only be done but should also be seen to be done with resilience. She encouraged the officers to continue uplifting and supporting women.
The programme was chaired by Panel Lawyer Kusalu Lohe and attended by 18 women police personnel, 5 panel lawyers, including 3 para legal volunteers.
