Archive · 16 Jun 2025
DLSA Secretary Highlights Elder Abuse Punishments, Offers Legal Aid
On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) held an event to help senior citizens.
The DLSA secretary, A. Krishna Prasad, visited an old age home and gave a talk.
He explained that taking care of the elderly is important and that harming them is against the law.
The elderly learned about their rights and legal help available to them.
They were also told about helpful programs and a phone number to call if they need assistance.
The DLSA wants to make sure the elderly are safe, treated with respect, and feel good.
DLSA secretary visited Prema Samaj Old Age Home on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
A legal awareness seminar educated elderly residents on their legal rights.
Krishna Prasad emphasized the importance of senior citizens in society.
Any abuse or neglect of senior citizens is punishable by law.
Residents were informed about welfare schemes and a toll-free helpline.
- Who
- A. Krishna Prasad, secretary of DLSA, and elderly residents.
- What
- Legal awareness seminar and visit to an old age home.
- When
- On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
- Where
- Prema Samaj Old Age Home, Vizianagaram district.
- Why
- To educate and protect elderly residents against abuse.
- Organization
- Vizianagaram District Legal Services Authority (DLSA)
- Event
- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
- Location
- Prema Samaj Old Age Home
- Key Message
- Elder abuse is punishable by law
- Helpline Number
- 15100