Technology makes courts more accountable, brings people to courtrooms: CJI

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Saturday said the technology being a tool to access justice is "deeply intertwined with the very foundations of our republic" and said not only does it make courts more accountable and responsive, but it also brings people closer to courtrooms.

The CJI was addressing a 'national conference on the landscape of technology in courts in India and the way forward' here.

"I am delighted to deliver the inaugural address at this national conference, which aims to explore the transformative impact of technology on India's courts and map our future trajectory.

"The very convening of this conference underscores the significant progress we have made in harnessing technology to enhance justice delivery," said the CJI in his address.

Stating that technology is universally acknowledged as an indispensable catalyst for accessible justice, he said this paradigm shift is indeed heartening.

"There is no better evidence of the depth and nuance of our discours