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CJI Forms Advisory Panel for Unified Court Infrastructure

The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, has constituted a "Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee" to address varied infrastructural needs of courts. The committee, headed by Justice Aravind Kumar, aims to ensure a unified infrastructural ecosystem across India. It includes judges from Calcutta, Punjab and Haryana, and Bombay High Courts. The committee will submit its report to the CJI, who will then take it up with central and state governments.

Key Points: CJI Surya Kant Sets Up Judicial Infrastructure Committee

  • CJI Surya Kant forms Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee
  • Committee headed by Justice Aravind Kumar
  • Aims to unify infrastructure across High Courts and District Courts
  • Report to be submitted to CJI for government action
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CJI forms 'Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee' for infrastructural requirements of courts

CJI Surya Kant forms Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to assess and unify court infrastructure needs across India, headed by Justice Aravind Kumar.

"The Committee has been asked to submit its report to the Chief Justice of India, who shall, on consideration thereof, take up the matter with the Government of India and the State governments - Supreme Court press release"

New Delhi, May 12

The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, has constituted a "Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee" keeping in view the varied infrastructural requirements of different High Courts and District Courts.

The purpose of the Committee is to ensure a unified infrastructural ecosystem on a pan-India basis.

The Committee has been asked to submit its report to the Chief Justice of India, who shall, on consideration thereof, take up the matter with the Government of India and the State governments, stated a press release issued by the Supreme Court.

The Committee constituted by the CJI is headed by Justice Aravind Kumar of the Supreme Court to assess court infrastructure needs pan-India.

The other judges on the Committee are Justice Debangsu Basak of Calcutta High Court, Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra of Punjab and Haryana High Court, and Justice Somasekhar Sundaresan of Bombay High Court.

Director General, CPWD, New Delhi, is also a member of the Committee and Secretary General of the Supreme Court of India to serve as member secretary.

- ANI

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Sneha F
A much-needed step. I work in a district court in Maharashtra and it's shocking how many basic things are missing - proper waiting areas, clean washrooms, ramps for disabled persons. Let's see if this translates into real change on ground. 🙏
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Karthik V
Good initiative but they should also look at digital infrastructure. Many courts still rely on manual records and outdated computers. Unified ecosystem should include e-filing, digital evidence management, and video conferencing facilities for remote hearings. That will truly modernize our judiciary.
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James A
As someone who's been following Indian judicial reforms, this is promising. The CPWD being included is smart - they have technical expertise to assess actual construction needs. But I hope the committee also consults with lawyers and court staff who face these issues daily.
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Ananya R
A bit skeptical here. We've had so many committees and commissions on judicial infrastructure. What we need is speedy implementation and proper budget allocation. At least take inspiration from the new Supreme Court building - modern, accessible, and well-equipped. Let that be the benchmark for all courts across India. 🇮🇳
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Ryan S
Great to see focus on infrastructure. But let's not forget that court infrastructure also means decent facilities for witnesses and litigants who often travel from far-off villages. Simple things like canteens, drinking water, and shade can make a huge difference in access to justice.

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