Justice at the Doorsteps: Supreme Court's Stand on Court Relocation

The Supreme Court, on Friday, reinforced its commitment to making justice more accessible by declining a plea against moving a sessions court from Machilipatnam to Avanigadda in Andhra Pradesh's Krishna district. This decision highlights the priority of placing justice within the reach of the people, beyond the interests of the local bar.

During the hearing, Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran made it clear that the relocation serves the larger purpose of justice accessibility, citing models like gram nyayalayas that aim to bring legal systems closer to the public.

Petitioner Buragadda Ashok Kumar decided to withdraw his plea after sensing the court's stance. Earlier, the Andhra Pradesh High Court had already dismissed objections from the Machilipatnam Bar Association, stating the relocation was essential despite causing temporary discomfort for local attorneys.

(With inputs from agencies.)