CJI Advises Lawyers & Litigants To Avail Hybrid Hearings Due To Adverse Weather Conditions

Supreme Court Advises Use Of Hybrid Hearings Amid Prevailing Weather Conditions

The Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, has advised Members of the Bar and Parties-in-Person to consider availing the hybrid mode of appearance through video conferencing for matters listed before the Court, in view of the prevailing weather conditions.

The Registry has issued a circular to this effect.The Registry stated that the option of appearing through video conferencing may be exercised wherever it is convenient for the parties concerned.

The circular further requests Members of the Bar and Parties-in-Person to make appropriate use of the hybrid or virtual hearing facility, while ensuring compliance with all technical and procedural requirements prescribed for online appearances.

The advisory has also been circulated to the Supreme Court Bar Association, the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association, and all other concerned authorities for information and necessary action.

CJI Surya Kant had earlier expressed concerns about the air quality crisis in the national capital.