Supreme Court Justice J.K. Maheshwari has been appointed Chairperson of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC), strengthening access to free legal aid and ensuring that marginalized and economically disadvantaged citizens can approach the apex court for justice.
Justice Surya Kant announced that poor convicts in India will soon be permitted to choose a top Senior Advocate for free representation in the Supreme Court, addressing legal needs of over 4,200 identified convicts. This initiative aims to ensure access to justice regardless of financial status, reflecting India’s commitment to constitutional values.
