Lucknow: At the 42nd annual convention of the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service Association, held on the premises of the Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court, Chief Justice Arun Bhansali emphasized the urgent need to make the judicial system more effective and accessible.
He stressed that district courts are the foundation of justice delivery and that repeated adjournments of hearings erode public trust in the judiciary.
“We must work together to ensure that justice is not delayed. The repeated rescheduling of hearings shakes people’s faith in the judicial process,” Chief Justice Bhansali said.
Judges Must Retain Public Trust
The Chief Justice said that citizens who come to courts in search of justice should always leave with trust in the system. Quoting the Constitution, he said the judiciary must continually strive to uphold its credibility and independence.
Key Responsibilities of District Judges
Senior Judge of the Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow Bench, Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan, highlighted that 72% of all legal matters in Uttar Pradesh are handled by district courts. This places a significant responsibility on district judges to ensure the smooth functioning and delivery of justice.
Retirement Age Should Be Raised to 62 Years
Association President R.D. Singh suggested increasing the retirement age of judicial service officers to 62 years, citing examples from other states. He stressed that experienced officers could contribute longer to strengthening the judicial system.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s Address
Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that Uttar Pradesh has moved away from its earlier reputation of being a state plagued by mafia, riots, and lawlessness, and has now become a leading state in investment and development.
“Those days are gone when people associated UP with crime and fear. Today, the state is progressing rapidly, and our government is committed to law and order,” he said.
He also highlighted the government’s ongoing development projects, such as:
- The Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA),
- A new Convention Centre (Kalpavriksha) in Gorakhpur,
- And multiple infrastructure expansions aimed at generating local employment and boosting regional growth.
Major Announcements by CM Yogi:
- Establishment of the Samarth Adhivakta Nyayalaya Ekikrit Bhawan (Integrated Court Building).
- Appointment of law clerks to assist the subordinate judiciary.
- Formation of a state-level committee to monitor judicial officers’ security.
- Plans to streamline pending litigation policies and reduce backlog.
- Expansion of judicial infrastructure for smoother case resolution.
Message from Administrative Judge Rajesh Singh
Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan urged judicial officers to remain committed to their constitutional duties and ensure justice is delivered with efficiency and transparency. He also emphasized simplifying procedures for litigants.
“Justice delayed is justice denied. Strengthening the foundation of district courts, reducing adjournments, and restoring public trust are essential to building a fearless, efficient, and modern judicial system in Uttar Pradesh.”
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