Introduction – Commemorating 75 Years of India's Constitution in UP

  • The 'Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman' campaign, an initiative under the DISHA program, is set to host its second regional event in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on July 16, 2024.
  • The event commemorates the 75th year of the adoption of the Indian Constitution and India becoming a Republic.
  • The central aim of the campaign is to enlighten citizens about the Constitution and instil awareness about their legal rights.

Greater Insight about the campaign and Its Impact

  • The event plans to launch the 'Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman' portal, a comprehensive platform providing easy access to information regarding the Constitution and legal rights.
  • To extend its outreach, sub-campaigns like 'Sabko Nyaya Har Ghar Nyaya', 'Nav Bharat Nav Sankalp', and ‘Vidhi Jagriti Abhiyaan’ will be organised.

Event Details and Participation

  • The Allahabad Medical Association Convention Centre in Prayagraj is the chosen venue for this historic event.
  • Prizes will be awarded to winners of various online competitions like the Samvidhan Quiz, Panch Pran Rangotsav, and Panch Pran Anubhav, all conducted on the MyGov platform.
  • Pro bono advocates registered under the Nyaya Bandhu program will also receive recognition for their significant legal contributions.

Portal Launch - Spreading Knowledge about Constitutional Rights

  • The portal will be launched at the event to serve as a knowledge repository.
  • The site will feature campaign activities, an event calendar, and interactive tools for learning about constitutional rights using a community-based approach.

Who's Attending?

  • The event is attracting a significant crowd, including the Minister of State for Law and Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Arun Ram Meghwal.
  • The Honourable Chief Justice of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Shri Justice Arun Bhansali, is another noteworthy attendee.
  • Around 800 participants including legal professionals, government counsels, judicial officers, village-level entrepreneurs, law students, senior officials, and common citizens will participate both in-person and digitally.

Tracing the Campaign’s Journey

  • The inaugural event of the 'Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman' campaign was held on 24th January 2024 at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, presided over by the Hon’ble Vice-President of India.
  • The first regional event took place in Bikaner, Rajasthan, with the Honourable Chief Justice of India, Shri Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, on March 9, 2024.
  • Key milestones of this campaign entail promoting constitutional awareness at the regional level, organising sub-campaigns, and fostering active citizen participation via the portal.