Rekha unveils digital projects for modernisation of judiciary

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday launched several digital initiatives aimed at modernising and strengthening the judicial system during a programme at the Delhi High Court.

These included, the Delhi High Court Mobile App, e-HRMS Portal for judicial officers, e-Office Pilot Project, onboarding of the MCD Appellate Tribunal and Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) on e-Courts, and digital preservation of judicial records.

Justice Vikram Nath, Chairperson of the e-Committee, Supreme Court of India; Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Prathiba M Singh were present on the occasion.

Calling the initiative a “historic step,” the CM said the enhanced use of digital platforms would make India’s judicial system more robust, transparent and time-bound. “The shared resolve of the judiciary and the executive is what strengthens democracy, and with such innovations, Delhi’s judicial system will become more transparent and effective,” she said.

Gupta also drew attention to Justice Nath’s landmark judgment on juvenile justice, noting that it was the inspiration behind the government’s move to reform its approach in juvenile homes. “Our focus is no longer on punishment but on education, skills and vocational training, so that young offenders can choose a new path in life,” she said.

Gupta said the budgetary allocation for the sector had been doubled. A sum of Rs 200 crore has been earmarked for hybrid courts and around Rs 540 crore for housing facilities for judicial officers.

Better amenities

• Four law researchers per judge
• Honorarium raised to Rs 80,000
• Permanent provision for domestic help
• Free Wi-Fi for all court complexes