CJI Inaugurates Gurgaon's Tower of Justice, Stresses Balance Between Speed and Constitutional Values
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has cautioned that while the timely delivery of justice is crucial, it must not come at the expense of constitutional principles. He made the remarks on Sunday during the inauguration of the new District Court Complex, named the 'Tower of Justice', in Gurgaon.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Justice noted Gurgaon's transformation from an agricultural area to a major hub for industry, innovation, and investment. He pointed out that more than half of the Fortune 500 companies have regional offices in the city, along with over 1,500 Indian companies and start-ups. This economic growth, he said, has led to an increase in disputes related to property, technology, contracts, and employment.
According to CJI Surya Kant, over 24,000 civil disputes, approximately 1,000 commercial disputes, and more than one lakh cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act are currently pending in the city's courts. These figures, he highlighted, illustrate the growing burden on the judicial system.
The 'Tower of Justice', he described, is not merely a modern building but a means to make access to justice more effective. The complex aims to streamline court proceedings and reduce pendency, though the Chief Justice emphasised that efficiency must always align with constitutional values.
