The Supreme Court has proposed setting up special fast-track courts after the Delhi government revealed 95 active gangster groups in the capital. The court warned that trial delays help gangsters misuse the legal process and threaten witnesses.
New Delhi, April 24: The Supreme Court has suggested the creation of special fast-track courts to quickly handle criminal cases in Delhi, especially after the Delhi government informed the court that there are 95 active gangster groups operating in the capital city.
This suggestion was made by a bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh during a hearing, where the court expressed concern over how dangerous criminals are misusing the legal process. The bench stated that these gangsters are taking advantage of the delay in trials to get out of jail on bail.
the court said that,
“If you keep the trial pending, then they get bail. In this country where there is no protection for witnesses, you know very well what is going to happen with those witnesses,clearly pointing out the risks involved in delayed justice.”
The comment was directed at Additional Solicitor General S D Sanjay, who appeared on behalf of the Delhi government. He shared with the court that 95 criminal gangs are presently functioning within Delhi, posing a serious threat to law and order.
The Supreme Court noted that many of these gangsters, some of whom are known to be extremely dangerous, are “misusing the judicial process” by using the slow pace of the courts to their benefit. This includes seeking bail on the grounds that their trials have not progressed for a long time.
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The bench’s remarks reflect a growing concern within the judiciary that delayed justice, especially in cases involving organized crime, not only allows criminals to walk free but also places honest citizens and witnesses at risk.
The court was especially troubled by the lack of proper protection for witnesses, which makes them vulnerable to threats or worse from these gangs.
By proposing the idea of special fast-track courts, the Supreme Court aims to ensure that these criminal cases are heard and decided much faster, preventing gangsters from exploiting delays to escape punishment.
This move is seen as a crucial step to strengthen law enforcement and ensure public safety in a city where organized crime appears to be growing.
The court’s strong statements highlight the urgency of legal reforms that can deal effectively with the rising threat of gang violence and organized criminal networks in urban areas like Delhi.
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