President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday unveiled the new flag and insignia of the Supreme Court to mark the 75th year of its establishment. The Supreme Court’s new flag and insignia symbolise justice and democracy and have been conceptualised and designed by NIFT Delhi. The flag features the Ashoka Chakra, the Supreme Court building and the book of the Constitution of India.
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NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu unveiled the new flag and insignia of the Supreme Court in a significant event marking the 75th anniversary of its establishment. The newly designed flag and insignia, which embody the ideals of justice and democracy, were conceptualized and created by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Delhi.
The flag prominently features the Ashoka Chakra, the Supreme Court building, and the Constitution of India, serving as symbols of the Court’s esteemed role in upholding these values. The flag will be available in various forms, including cross table flat, single table flag, pole flag, and wooden frame, ensuring its widespread presence across different settings.
During the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud presented a meaningful gesture, described as a “special green gift,” to President Murmu.
As a tribute to the Supreme Court’s 75-year journey, 75 saplings representing 12 different indigenous varieties from Delhi’s Central Ridge Reserve forest area were planted. These saplings have been dedicated to President Murmu as a commemoration of the Supreme Court’s milestone anniversary and as a mark of respect for her, recognizing her as “a shining example of simplicity and humility.”
In her address at the valedictory session of the National Conference of District Judiciary, which was organized by the Supreme Court, President Murmu emphasized the Court’s invaluable role, stating,
“The Supreme Court has made an invaluable contribution as a vigilant sentinel of the judicial system of the world’s largest democracy.”
She further added that
“Indian jurisprudence has a very respectable place because of the Supreme Court.”
President Murmu lauded the various initiatives undertaken by the Supreme Court to commemorate its 75th anniversary, acknowledging that these programs
“have increased people’s trust and attachment towards our judicial system.”
Reiterating the reverence with which the judiciary is held, President Murmu noted,
“People consider every judge in the country as God and every judge and judicial officer of the country has the moral responsibility to respect dharma, truth, and justice.”
She stressed the critical role of district courts in shaping public perception of the judiciary, saying,
“The district-level courts determine the image of the judiciary in the minds of crores of citizens. Therefore, providing justice to the people through the district courts with sensitivity and promptness and at a low cost is the basis of the success of our judiciary.”
Acknowledging the progress made in recent years, President Murmu remarked that there have been
“significant improvements in the availability of infrastructure, facilities, training, and human resources of the judiciary at the district level, and a lot remains to be done in all these areas.”
She identified-
“Pendency and backlog of cases as a ‘big challenge before the judiciary,’ some cases have remained unresolved for over 32 years.”
To address this, President Murmu emphasized the importance of organizing programs like special Lok Adalat weeks more frequently to tackle the issue of pending cases.
She also suggested the need for arrangements that would
“provide justice in the local language and local conditions,”
-aiming to bring justice closer to the people.
Furthermore, she called for greater collaboration among the judiciary, government, and police administration, stating,
“The judiciary, government, and police administration should work together to find solutions to issues related to evidence and witnesses.”
In conclusion, President Murmu expressed her optimism about the future of the judicial system, stating her confidence that by implementing the new criminal justice laws,
“our judiciary will usher in a new era of justice.”
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