The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has taken a strong note of allegations regarding a case file being misplaced by the Supreme Court registry. The issue came to light when an advocate brought the matter to the attention of a bench comprising the CJI and Justice V Mohana during a hearing.
Incident Details
During the court proceedings, the advocate highlighted that a crucial case file had gone missing from the registry, potentially delaying justice. The CJI expressed serious concern over the lapse and sought an explanation from the registry officials.
Court's Response
The bench directed the registry to investigate the matter thoroughly and submit a report on the steps taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The CJI emphasized the importance of maintaining proper records and ensuring accountability within the system.
This incident has sparked discussions about the efficiency of case management in the Supreme Court, with legal experts calling for digitization and better tracking mechanisms to avoid such mishaps.
