The allocation of ₹7,000 crore for implementation of Phase III of the eCourts Project is an encouraging step, with the potential to revolutionize India’s justice system.
The pandemic showed us the true potential of virtual court hearings and the need for a more accessible virtual justice delivery system. With the Government of India’s ₹7,000 crore allocation for Phase III of eCourts, we are now more equipped to make the Indian judicial system more equitable, efficient, and accessible to all stakeholders.
Efficient administration of justice is crucial for any society aiming to encourage individuals and businesses to thrive, without feeling hindered by potential risks or slow judicial processes. Since 2005, the eCourts project has been aiming to not just digitize paper-based processes, but to also transform processes for a digital environment. With Phase III, litigants and lawyers will be able to file a case from anywhere, at any time.
This commitment towards effective judicial reform and efficient justice delivery is a step towards making India a better place to do business in.
The government has also taken steps to simplify compliance and ease of doing business, such as ensuring PAN cards can be used as a common ID across government portals. Together, these measures could lead to greater economic growth and stability across India.
Source: Barandbench
