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The Indian judicial system, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud officially launched the e-DHCR (e-Delhi High Court Record) portal today. Speaking at the launch event in Delhi, Chief Justice Chandrachud emphasized that the portal represents more than just a technological upgrade; it is a transformative platform aimed at democratizing access to legal knowledge.
“The portal that we launched today is designed not as just a tool for case management but as a powerful platform for the digital publication of judgments of public importance,” Chief Justice Chandrachud stated. “This initiative marks a profound shift in ensuring democratized legal knowledge dissemination, making landmark judgments available online to anyone with an internet connection.”
The e-DHCR portal is a significant leap forward in making judicial decisions more accessible to the public. It allows for the digital publication of important judgments, which previously may have been less accessible or confined to physical records. By providing online access to these decisions, the portal aims to foster greater transparency and facilitate a more informed public.
Chief Justice Chandrachud noted that the e-DHCR portal reimagines the workflow of justice, highlighting that it goes beyond a mere update in technology. “It reaffirms our commitment to justice, swift, accessible, and fair-minded,” he added.
The launch of this portal is expected to enhance the efficiency of legal proceedings and support broader public engagement with the judicial process. It underscores the judiciary’s commitment to embracing digital solutions to improve accessibility and transparency in the legal system.