Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said that “technology is the most effective way to address the judiciary’s time wastage” while speaking at the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s programme on “Fragmentation to Fusion: Empowering Justice via United Digital Platform Integration” in the city.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant formed a Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to assess court infrastructure nationwide and recommend funding reforms. The panel will submit a report by August 31, with the judiciary reportedly considering seeking Rs 40,000–50,000 crore for modernization and development projects.
Sikkim became India’s first paperless judiciary state, announced by Surya Kant at Gangtok conclave. Prem Singh Tamang called it milestone for efficient, transparent justice system.
The Supreme Court eCommittee, with the Department of Justice, will host a two day conference on judicial process re engineering and digital transformation in New Delhi. The event aims to enhance technology adoption in the justice delivery system.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant proposed renaming family courts as Family Resolution Centres, stating the term “court” can be intimidating and emphasizing a reformative approach focused on resolving disputes, rebuilding relationships, and making justice more accessible and less adversarial.
The Supreme Court of India criticised the Hyderabad Motor Accident Claims Tribunal for issuing handwritten, often illegible orders despite investment in digitalisation. It stressed that the e-Courts project, now in its third phase, requires progress toward paperless courts.
Law is not just about justice; it’s a tool for transformation, says ex-CJI DY Chandrachud. He emphasized that laws evolve with time, and overruling past judgments isn’t merely about fixing errors. Instead, it ensures that the law stays relevant to the society it serves. Legal changes reflect societal progress and adaptability.
The Union Budget allocated Rs.123.75 crore for the expansion of the Supreme Court building. According to the budget speech, this funding is designated for a central sector project aimed at the court’s infrastructure development. The expansion is expected to enhance facilities and efficiency. This move highlights the government’s focus on judicial infrastructure.
