Delayed justice a burden on people: CJI Justice Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Sunday expressed concern over delayed justice, stating that pendency of cases and the high cost of litigation have become a burden on the common people. 

Addressing a symposium organised by the High Court Bar Association in Cuttack on “Ensuring justice for the common man: Strategies for reducing litigation costs and delays,” as the chief guest, CJI Surya Kant shared his views on the challenges facing the justice delivery system. He said two major factors create barriers between the common people and justice - the money spent on litigation and the time consumed in the judicial process.

Justice Surya Kant noted that delayed justice adversely affects the financial condition and dignity of common people. He emphasised the need to evolve effective strategies to ensure access to justice for all by reducing litigation costs and shortening the duration of judicial proceedings. 

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On the occasion, the Chief Justice also described Odisha as the cradle of classical architecture.

The event, held at Shaheed Bhawan in Cuttack, was attended by Chief Justice of Orissa High Court Justice Harish Tandon as the chief speaker. Advocate General Pitambar Acharya and State Bar Council Chairman Sitanshu Mohan Dwivedi were present as distinguished guests.