Sat Jan 03 07:38:43 UTC 2026: Summary:
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant laid the foundation stone for seven new infrastructure projects on the Patna High Court premises on January 3, 2026. These projects include an ADR building and auditorium, an IT building, an administrative building, multi-level car parking, a hospital, a residential block for Ministerial staffers, and an annexe building for the advocate general’s office. Justice Kant emphasized the importance of these projects for capacity building and modernizing the justice system, making it more efficient, data-driven, and user-centric, while also ensuring the well-being of those working within the system.
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CJI Lays Foundation for Major Infrastructure Boost at Patna High Court
Patna, Bihar – January 3, 2026 – Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant inaugurated a series of ambitious infrastructure projects at the Patna High Court today, marking a significant step towards modernizing the judicial system in Bihar. The CJI, who is on a two-day visit to the state, laid the foundation stone for seven key facilities designed to enhance efficiency and capacity within the court complex.
The projects include an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) building and auditorium, an IT building, a modern administrative block, a multi-level car parking facility, a hospital, a residential block for Ministerial staff, and an annexe building for the office of the Advocate General.
Speaking at the ceremony, Justice Kant emphasized the crucial role of these projects in building a robust justice system capable of meeting the growing demands of the population. He highlighted the importance of institutional capacity, noting that the administrative block would serve as the court’s “nervous system.” He also pointed out that the IT building would facilitate a crucial transition towards a data-informed, digitally enabled, and user-centric court system, moving away from traditional paper-heavy processes. The ADR building, he stated, will serve as a hub for collaboration and learning, strengthening ties between the Bar and the Bench.
Acknowledging the human element within the judicial system, Justice Kant emphasized the importance of a hospital facility within the court premises, ensuring the well-being of those delivering justice.
The inauguration marks a significant investment in the Patna High Court, promising to improve its operational efficiency and ultimately benefit the citizens of Bihar by providing a more accessible and modern justice system.
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