President Murmu Advocates for Judicial Efficiency to Combat Case Backlogs

President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the need to change the 'culture of adjournments' in courts to ensure swift justice during the National Conference of the District Judiciary. She highlighted the challenge of pending cases and stressed the emotional strain on common people, coining the term 'Black Coat syndrome.'

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday called for efforts to change the 'culture of adjournments' in courts to ensure swift justice.

Addressing the valedictory event of the two-day National Conference of the District Judiciary, she pointed out that the pendency of court cases is a significant challenge for everyone involved in the legal process.

'All possible efforts need to be made to change the culture of adjournments in courts,' she remarked, underscoring the collective responsibility of judges to uphold justice. She also expressed concern over the emotional stress common people experience in courtroom settings, a phenomenon she referred to as 'Black Coat syndrome,' and suggested further study.

Additionally, she expressed happiness over the increasing number of women judicial officers. The event was attended by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Union Minister of State for Law and Justice (Independent charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal.

During the program held at the Bharat Mandapam, Murmu also released a flag and insignia of the Supreme Court.

(With inputs from agencies.)