Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Sunday, 20 October 2024

Courts cannot Cope

 


 

 

 

Article link:

 

Supreme Court refuses to hear plea on case backlog


Extract from the article:

 

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a plea concerning a staggering backlog of more than five crore cases in India.

 

Currently, there are 82,397 pending cases in the Supreme Court, with 27,675 cases less than a year old.

 

In comparison, the US Supreme Court accepts only 100-150 cases annually out of over 7,000 submitted cases.

 

The issue of mounting pending cases poses a significant challenge to the Indian judiciary system.

 

This backlog not only signifies delay in justice delivery but also raises questions about the efficiency and capacity of the legal system to handle such a massive load of cases. The numbers highlight a pressing need for systemic reforms and innovative approaches to streamline and expedite the judicial process to ensure timely justice for all.

 

My Take:

 

Dispose them off !

 

"In my earlier blog post, I emphasized the urgent need to dispose of pending cases efficiently.

 

It's alarming to see that the backlog has only grown over the years, indicating a systemic issue that requires immediate attention.

 

Veerappa Moily's call to dispose of at least 65% of pending cases in 2011 remains relevant today, reflecting the persistent struggle of the judiciary to keep up with the influx of new cases."

 

Justice Delayed - but not Denied

 

"Reflecting on the slow pace of justice delivery, it's evident that the backlog of cases has reached critical levels.

 

The success of Lok Adalats in clearing a substantial number of cases in a short span is commendable but underscores the need for more innovative solutions.

 

The recent developments in the Supreme Court regarding expediting trials for lawmakers echo the urgency for timely justice, especially in cases involving public representatives."

Call to Action:

 

To the Supreme Court of India,

 

 Considering the alarming backlog of cases and the crucial need for timely justice, it is imperative to implement robust strategies and technological interventions to expedite case disposal.

 

Engaging with legal experts, policymakers, and technology innovators can help in devising effective solutions to address the mounting challenges faced by the judiciary system.

 

 

With regards,

 

Hemen Parekh

 

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