UP Judicial Officer Convention 2025: In Bareilly, Chief Minister Yogi addressed the judicial officials and emphasized on making the judicial system transparent, fast and effective. He laid special emphasis on easy access to law reform, technical use and justice.
Up judicial service association: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that good governance is possible only when the judicial system is smooth, quick and accessible. He said clearly that the dream of developed India will come true only when Uttar Pradesh will create a strong and effective judicial system.
CM Yogi was addressing the 42nd session of Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service Association held in Lucknow. On this occasion, he described judicial officers as a true protector of good governance and also announced a corpus fund of Rs 50 crore to the Judicial Services Association.
Why did it call it “Mahakumbh of Judicial Officers”?
CM Yogi described this session as a Mahakumbh of judicial officers. He said that as the Mahakumbh of Prayagraj is a symbol of spiritual and cultural unity, this conference is a symbol of solidarity and professional efficiency of the judiciary. Yogi said that the basic spirit of the Constitution – justice, freedom and fraternity – is at the center of this event. This is the reason why this session is an opportunity to strengthen both the judiciary and good governance.
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Pride of UP: The largest high court of the country
The Chief Minister proudly said that the Allahabad High Court is the largest High Court in the country. The benches of Prayagraj and Lucknow are the identity of trust not only for the state but for the whole country. He said that in its history of 102 years, the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Services Association has recorded many achievements and in the coming time it will further strengthen the credibility and efficiency of the judiciary.
72 lakh cases disposed of in a year, but challenges remain
CM Yogi said that only in 2024, the state courts disposed of 72 lakh cases. However, he admitted that more than 1.15 crore cases are still pending, which is a major challenge. He said, “The faster our speed, the stronger the public’s trust will be.” For this, the government is ready to cooperate with the judiciary at every level.
New criminal law and their importance
The CM said that the new laws that came into force from 1 July 2024, the Indian Civil Code, Indian Civil Protection Code and the Indian Evidence Act – now indicate the system based on justice, not the punishment.
He said that despite the initial fears, judicial officials adopted them rapidly, which would prove to be a milestone towards strengthening democracy and judiciary.
What is the government doing to strengthen the judicial structure?
The Yogi government has taken several steps to strengthen the judicial structure:
- Residential and basic facilities worth crores for Prayagraj and Lucknow High Court Bench.
- Integrated court premises in 10 districts, out of which work started on 6.
- 381 fast-track and poxo courts for women and children’s cases.
- Emphasis on digital structure-modern tools such as e-court, e-procurement, e-flowers.
- AI and data-based analysis to reduce pending cases.
Facilities and welfare for judicial officers
CM Yogi said that the recommendations of the Pay Commission have been implemented for judicial officers, the amount of crores has been sanctioned for hostels, sports complexes and research institutes. Also, 110 grams of courts have already started and further further will be opened. It was also announced to install AC in the chamber and CCTV and Fire Fighting System for security environment in the courts.
This session has made it clear that the Uttar Pradesh government not only wants to strengthen the judicial system, but also wants to make it digital and modern. CM Yogi’s message is clear – the real foundation of good governance is a quick and reliable judiciary.
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