Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has announced the formation of a high-powered committee to prepare a nationwide roadmap for the modernisation of courts. The committee will push for a massive financial allocation of Rs 40,000 crore to Rs 50,000 crore from the government for judicial infrastructure, according to a report by PTI news agency.
Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee
The newly constituted Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee will be headed by Supreme Court judge Justice Aravind Kumar. The committee will focus on addressing long-standing infrastructural gaps in the judicial system across the country through enhanced funding and technological upgrades.
Members of the Committee
The committee will include Justices Debangsu Basak from the Calcutta High Court, Ashwani Kumar Mishra from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, and Somasekhar Sundaresan from the Bombay High Court. Additionally, the director general of the Central Public Works Department and the secretary general of the Supreme Court will also be part of the panel, as reported by PTI.
Key Areas of Focus
The committee will work on seven major areas aimed at improving judicial infrastructure and efficiency. These include identifying systemic bottlenecks, enhancing facilities for litigants and lawyers, and introducing advanced technology to speed up the disposal of cases, the announcement added.
Strengthening E-Courts Initiative
The panel will also prioritise strengthening the e-courts initiative to bridge the digital divide in the justice delivery system. It will support the construction of modern court complexes equipped to meet the needs of the 21st century.
Expected Impact
The move is expected to give a major push to judicial reforms and improve access to justice across India. The committee's recommendations are anticipated to streamline court operations and reduce case backlogs through enhanced infrastructure and technology.
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