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Bombay High Court Begins Live Streaming as CJI Gavai Accelerates Judicial Reforms

Digital upgrades open courtroom access through live-streaming, with the collegium working to plug a persistent judge shortage

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Justice BR Gavai, who is also a member of AAWI, recalled joining the profession of law back in 1983 during his address.
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Overview

  • From July 7, five benches at the Bombay High Court are live-streaming proceedings and offering free public Wi-Fi to broaden transparency and public engagement.
  • The Supreme Court collegium has recommended dozens of candidates to the president, aiming to lift the court’s working strength from 65 toward its sanctioned 94 judges.
  • Chief Justice Gavai affirmed that all judicial appointments will be merit-based and insulated from external influence, building on recent full-court interviews for aspirants.
  • In public addresses, Gavai admonished judges for rude behaviour and part-time attendance, urging full-time dedication to the oath of office and courtroom decorum.
  • Through memorial lectures and speeches, he invoked Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer’s humanitarian legacy to stress that personal liberty must be upheld and unchecked social inequality threatens constitutional stability.