AJP
Empowering justice through legal aid, prison visits, bail litigation, and comprehensive support for the underserved.
About Us
In pursuit of fulfillment of justice for all guaranteed under Article 39A of the Constitution of India.
Our Journey
NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad started the Access to Justice Program in April 2024. This is a systematic extension of the Prison Legal Aid Clinic Program run by the university since 2018.
The attempt is to provide qualitative free legal aid to the under-trial prisoners in Telangana. It aims to support prisoners from vulnerable backgrounds like those who are poor, illiterate and are socially and economically disadvantaged.
This goal is achieved through systematic and holistic intervention by a team of trained and dedicated advocates, social workers and law students interested in the criminal justice system.
Our Mission
• Identify prisoners with multiple vulnerabilities beyond legal concerns
• Prevent imprisonment due to legal illiteracy, poverty and social vulnerability
• Support the legal aid system to work for these prisoners
• Demonstrate that qualitative legal aid to vulnerable prisoners can be a reality
• Expose law students to the complexity of accessing justice for prisoners
• Undertake data-based research to strengthen legal aid practices
Justice & Equity
Ensuring fair legal representation and equal access to justice for all individuals, regardless of their circumstances.
Compassionate Service
Providing empathetic support to prisoners, their families, and marginalized communities during difficult times.
Community Impact
Building bridges between legal institutions and communities to create lasting positive change.
Education & Learning
Training future lawyers through hands-on experience in real legal aid and social justice work.
What We Do
Our comprehensive approach addresses all legitimate social and legal needs of prisoners through systematic intervention.
Prison Visits & Family Connections
The program team visits prisoners and connects them with their families, friends, advocates and courts.
Socio-Legal Aid Assessment
Makes socio legal aid needs assessment of prisoners and their families to identify specific vulnerabilities.
Bail Litigation
Litigates in the courts for their bails and their eventual release, focusing on reasonable bail conditions.
Legal Aid Assistance
Assists other legal aid advocates and helps prisoners' families navigate surety arrangements and releases.
Student Involvement
Involves law students of university to support the team and sensitizes them on providing qualitative legal aid.
Policy Research
Undertakes policy research to find solutions to provide timely legal aid and shares findings with the criminal justice system.
Our Partners
Building a network of collaboration to strengthen access to justice across all levels of society.
Government Agencies
Collaborating with state legal aid authorities and prison administration for systematic reform.
Legal Organizations
Working with bar associations and legal aid societies to strengthen the justice delivery system.
Civil Society
Partnering with NGOs and community organizations to address social vulnerabilities.
Academic Institutions
Engaging with universities and research institutions for policy development and student training.
Our Team
Dedicated professionals and academic leaders working together to advance access to justice.
Dr. Murali Karnam
Professor of Human Rights & Director, AJP
Saranga Ugalmugle
Programme Coordinator
Archana Rao
Fair Trial Advocate
Farha Qureshi
Advocate (Criminal Law)
Sandeep Hari
Fair Trial Advocate
Sarayu Nancharla
Fair Trial Advocate
Advocate C. V. Varun Sai
Fair Trial Advocate
Satya Bhanu Prasad U
Prison Social Worker
K. Varalakshmi
Prison Social Worker
Our Patrons
Prof. Sreekrishna Deva Rao
Vice-Chancellor
NALSAR University of Law
Prof. N. Vasanthi
Registrar
NALSAR University of Law
Join Our Mission
We welcome passionate law students, legal professionals, and advocates who share our commitment to justice and equality. Together, we can build a more equitable legal system.
Get in Touch
Reach out to us for legal assistance, volunteer opportunities, or to learn more about our programs.
Office Phone
040 - 45356168
Call us during business hours for immediate assistance
accesstojustice@nalsar.ac.in
Send us your queries and we'll respond within 24 hours
Address
Access to Justice Program (AJP)
Flat 10C/103, Radhe Kishan Pleasant Homes
Street Number 11, Himayatnagar
Hyderabad, Telangana 500020
Visit our office during working hours
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
We're here to help during these hours