Chief Justice visits District Court Complex Srinagar

SRINAGAR: Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, alongwith Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Administrative Judge for District Srinagar, today paid visit to the District Courts Srinagar. The visit marked a significant step toward strengthening the judiciary at the grassroots level and reinforcing the commitment of the High Court to ensure accessible and efficient justice delivery.

On the arrival at the District Court Complex, Srinagar, Chief Justice was warmly received by the Principal District & Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and other judicial officers.
Chief Justice was accompanied by Mohinder Kumar Sharma, Registrar General (Officiating) and Rajiv Gupta, Registrar Vigilance, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir, who joined Chief Justice in inspecting the facilities and administrative arrangements at the court complex.

Justice Palli inspected the court facilities and interacted with the members of the District Judiciary, appreciating their efforts in maintaining the rule of law and ensuring the timely dispensation of justice.

During the visit, the Chief Justice reviewed the infrastructure and administrative functioning of the courts. He emphasized the importance of creating a litigant-friendly environment, the use of technology in judicial proceedings, and the need for expeditious disposal of cases.

Addressing the judicial officers, the Chief Justice underlined the pivotal role of the district judiciary as the first interface between the judiciary and the public. He reiterated the importance of integrity, sensitivity, and efficiency in upholding public faith in the judiciary.

As part of the visit, Chief Justice also participated in a plantation drive held within the court complex, symbolizing a commitment to environmental sustainability and green judicial infrastructure.

A sapling each was planted by Chief Justice and Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Administrative Judge for District Srinagar, in the premises of the District Court Complex, with several judicial officers and staff present to mark the occasion.
The visit concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the Principal District & Sessions Judge, who expressed gratitude for the Chief Justice’s guidance and encouragement.