Expert talk on 'Geriatrics & Legal Aid: Understanding Elder Rights and the Role of Law Students' by Mr. Jeevan on

24th November, 2025 @ BJILS: The institute has organised a expert talk on the topic "Geriatrics & Legal Aid: Understanding Elder Rights and the Role of Law Students" by Mr. Jeevan, Common Wealth Scholar, University of Southampton, U.K. on 24th November, 2025 between 10.15 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. The event aimed at creating awareness to students about the legal rights of the older adults and the crucial role of law students in assisting them to avail the legal aid from the District Legal Aid Authority.  to this vulnerable section of society. The event commenced with the Master of Ceremony by  Ms. Sakshi student of 2nd BBA.LL.B, who warmly welcomed the gathering and introduced the importance of the topic. She highlighted the growing need for legal awareness in the field of Geriatrics due to the increasing elderly population and related legal challenges. Following the welcome note, Mr. Niraj student of 2nd BBA.LL.B introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Jeevan, Common Wealth Scholar from the University of Southampton, UK. The introduction accentuated Mr. Jeevan’s expertise in legal studies and his commitment to legal aid for senior citizens. Mr. Jeevan delivered an insightful session on the legal rights of elderly citizens and their challenges faced to access the justice. He elaborated on various legal provisions available for protection and welfare of the elderly and emphasized the proactive role of law students in bridging the gap in availing the legal aid for seniors. The speaker's international perspective enriched the session, highlighting comparative legal aid systems and innovative approaches being practiced globally. The seminar was interactive, with participants posing questions and sharing their views on the importance of legal awareness among elders. The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Rashmi student of 1st BBA.LL.B, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, speaker, organizers, and attendees for making the seminar a success. Overall, the seminar was a valuable educational experience, instilling a sense of responsibility among students towards elder rights and legal aid, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Such initiatives at Bhuvana Jyothi Institute of Legal Studies underscore the institution’s dedication to addressing contemporary social and legal issues through academic discourse and student engagement.