From Our Correspondent
JOWAI, Oct 19: The inauguration of the new building of District Session Court of West Jaintia Hills on Thursday, which was dubbed to be a milestone, was graced by Chief Justice of the High Court of Meghalaya, Justice Sanjib Banerjee, at Khliehtyrshi. Earlier, the plaque was unveiled signifying the coming up of the new District Session Court Complex.
Banerjee was accompanied by Deputy Chief MinisterSniawbhalang Dhar, Justice HS Thangkhiew and Justice W Diengdoh, both Judges of High Court, and Justice B Bhattacharjee, Additional Judge, High Court.
In his inaugural address, the Chief Justice of the High Court highlighted the significance of the District and Session Court, which will play a pivotal role in delivering justice at the grassroots level. He emphasised the importance of quick and fair trials, ensuring the rule of law, and upholding the principles of justice. He spoke passionately about the court’s role in safeguarding the rights and liberties of the citizens.
The Chief Justice expressed his gratitude towards the state government, the district administration, the judiciary and the legal fraternity of the district for their collective efforts and unwavering support in establishing this new courthouse as this would contribute significantly towards speedy delivery of justice thereby reducing backlog of cases. He stressed the need for greater awareness about legal rights and obligations among the public, and the role of this District and Session Court in educating and serving the people.
The newly constructed permanent Court building has a total area of 11.162 acres and was built with a sanctioned amount of Rs.35, 89,82,000.00 (thirty-five cores eighty-nine lakh, eighty-two thousand only). The Court complex comprises ground floor and three floors with a total floor area of 93,631 square feet and there are seven courtrooms in the complex.
