Transformation Pillar
Accessible Justice
Justice delayed is development delayed. Court infrastructure, e-filing, and alternative dispute resolution will restore faith in timely justice.
500+
Court upgrades
534
Legal aid centres
40%
Pendency cut goal
Budget
Estimated investment
₹7,500 Cr (5 years)
Indicative five-year envelope for planning and public discussion. Final allocations follow transparent budget processes.
Roadmap
Implementation timeline
Phased delivery with measurable milestones citizens can track.
Year 1
Infra
Court halls, digital recording, and waiting spaces.
Year 2-5
Speed
Lok Adalats expansion and case-flow management.
Benefits
- Reduced pendency
- Citizen convenience
- Business confidence
Challenges
- Judge vacancies
- Legacy backlog
- Process complexity
Citizen benefits
- • Online case status
- • Nearby legal aid
- • Faster civil disputes
Comparison with leading states
- Delhi — e-Courts: Digital filing
Global examples
- Singapore — Case management excellence.
Execution
Implementation checklist
1
Night courts pilots
2
Legal aid clinics
3
e-Court upgrades
FAQ
Common questions
Is this executive overreach?
No—infrastructure and facilitation only; judicial independence remains absolute.