Delhi High Court Seeks Response On Separate Website For Rouse Avenue Court

The Delhi High Court has asked the Ministry of Law and Justice, the National Informatics Centre (NIC), and the District Judge of Tis Hazari Courts to respond to a petition demanding a separate website for Rouse Avenue Court.

The petition, filed by advocate Abhinav Garg, has raised concerns regarding the difficulties faced by litigants and lawyers due to the absence of an independent online platform for Rouse Avenue Court.

Current Situation & Challenges

Currently, Rouse Avenue Court is part of the Central District’s judicial structure but lacks a dedicated website.

The court is listed under the larger Tis Hazari judicial system, which has led to confusion among lawyers and litigants.

Due to the absence of clear and direct references to Rouse Avenue Court on the district’s online portal, it has become difficult to access essential court information, leading to operational challenges.

The petitioners argue that this lack of a separate website creates a chaotic environment where lawyers and parties involved in cases face significant barriers when seeking court-related information.

They further contend that the current integrated website for Central District courts does not adequately address Rouse Avenue Court’s distinct operations and services.

Reasons For The Demand

The demand for a separate website stems from the need to streamline court operations, improve accessibility, and enhance the efficiency of judicial processes.

Advocate Abhinav Garg emphasized that a dedicated platform would facilitate better communication and reduce confusion for both legal professionals and the general public.

Furthermore, a separate website would help in providing timely updates, court orders, case status, and other essential information specific to Rouse Avenue Court.

The petitioners also highlighted that all other district courts in Delhi have their own dedicated websites, which provide specific and direct access to court-related services and information.

Therefore, they argue that Rouse Avenue Court deserves similar treatment to ensure smooth and transparent judicial operations.

Justice Sachin Datta, who is overseeing the case, has given the Ministry of Law, NIC, and the District Judge three weeks to submit their responses.

The court will hear the case again on April 14, where authorities must address the concerns and provide an update on the proposed website.

The outcome of this petition could pave the way for similar initiatives in other courts across the country, where the digital divide between different judicial branches often hampers access to vital legal information.

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