AP High Court Initiates Construction of Judges' Guest Houses in Visakhapatnam
In a significant development for judicial infrastructure, the Andhra Pradesh High Court has commenced the construction of guest houses for its judges in Visakhapatnam. Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur presided over the foundation stone-laying ceremony on Thursday, marking the official start of this project on a spacious five-acre site located in the Endada area of the city.
Traditional Ceremony Marks the Beginning
The groundbreaking event was conducted with Vedic chants and traditional rituals, adding a cultural and solemn touch to the proceedings. High Court judges Justice Ravinath Tilhari and Justice Ravi Cheemalapati were prominently present alongside Chief Justice Thakur, underscoring the importance of this initiative for the judiciary.
Following the rituals, the judges unveiled a commemorative plaque and symbolically initiated the construction process by laying cement and holding a spade. This act represented the formal commencement of the building work, which aims to provide modern and comfortable accommodation for judges visiting or stationed in Visakhapatnam.
Site Inspection and Official Discussions
After the ceremony, the judges took the opportunity to view the seashore from the site and inspected the surroundings from a nearby hilltop, assessing the location's suitability and aesthetic appeal. They later engaged in detailed discussions with court and district officials to enquire about preliminary aspects of the construction and other related matters, ensuring thorough planning and execution.
High-Level Attendance and Support
The event saw the presence of numerous senior officials, reflecting broad administrative support for the project. Attendees included:
- District Court Chief Judge Chinnamshetty Raju
- District Legal Services Authority Secretary Sanyasinaidu
- First Additional District Judge Venkataramana
- District Collector M Abhishikt Kishore
- Police Commissioner Shankha Brata Bagchi
- GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg
- VMRDA Commissioner Tej Bharat
- Bheemili RDO Sangeet Madhur
Other judges, court officials, and senior district officials from various departments were also present, highlighting the collaborative effort behind this infrastructure enhancement. This project is expected to improve the operational efficiency and convenience for the judiciary in the region, contributing to better judicial services.
