Last month, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, highlighted the issue of court delays. Effective case management, involving clear timelines for filing documents, conducting witness examinations, scheduling hearings, and limiting adjournments, are crucial. Court scheduling and case management have long been challenges within the Indian judiciary, significantly contributing to delays. Court scheduling issues are deeply rooted in the complex interplay of these motivations. The Supreme Court of India and various High Courts have criticised this trend, noting that such directives often disrupt case management in district courts.

Source: The Hindu October 10, 2024 21:48 UTC