CM Devendra Fadnavis said his government is “positive about bringing in a law to ensure safety of advocates” while attending the inauguration of Bombay HC’s new circuit bench in Kolhapur. He called the move a historic victory after a 50-year struggle.
The SCBA President Vikas Singh urged Chief Justice Gavai to relocate the National Judicial Museum to enhance access for lawyers and the public. This move would address infrastructure issues, creating more space for lawyers’ chambers and facilitating virtual hearings, ultimately improving convenience within the Supreme Court premises.
The Supreme Court of India has called on the Central and State Governments to establish dedicated courts for swift handling of cases under special laws like the UAPA. The court emphasized the need for proper infrastructure to ensure timely trials, addressing delays faced by undertrials and aiming to improve justice in national security matters.
Former Chief Justice N V Ramana launched his book “Narratives off the Bench,” emphasizing the judiciary’s role as a beacon of hope for citizens. He advocated for reforms in judicial infrastructure, diversity, and legal aid to enhance access to justice. The book reflects his life experiences and insights on improving the legal system.
Justice Abhay S Oka inaugurated the new Thane court building, expressing concern over the 4.6 lakh pending cases, particularly highlighting 3.51 lakh criminal cases. He urged Maharashtra to enhance judicial infrastructure, linking it to timely justice. His remarks emphasize the need for improvements to restore public trust in the judiciary.
Odisha: Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, while speaking at the Odisha Television Limited’s (OTV) annual convention ‘Foresight 2025—Changing Times Changing Minds’ in Bhubaneswar, highlighted the urgent need for judicial reforms and an All India Judicial Services (AIJS) system.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court mandated a Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Punjab to vacate his office for judicial usage, highlighting inadequate judicial infrastructure. The ground floor, housing three courts, was in disrepair compared to the renovated first floor. The court ordered immediate repairs and compliance reports before the next hearing on January 7.
Former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud called for urgent government action to fill 21% of vacant district court positions, emphasizing the need for increased judicial investment. He proposed an “All India Judicial Service Examination” to address staffing shortages and urged for better infrastructure to ensure timely justice and effective governance, particularly for the underprivileged.