The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women was observed today in East Khasi Hills District at a function held at Ramkheng Village under Khatarshnong Laitkroh C&RD Block.
The programme was organised by the District Legal Services Authority, East Khasi Hills District in collaboration with the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority, Shillong. The programme was attended by villagers from Laitmawroh and Ramkheng villages.
During the programme, Miss P. Riahtam, Legal Aid Counsel, Shillong delivered her speech on the topic “Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and Order for maintenance of wives, children and parents under Section 144 BNSS” and Shri A. Khongsit, SI, Sohra PS addressing on the topic “Cyber Violence against women and girls”. The programme was followed by an interactive session.
