‘Perception of courts going on vacation like schools incorrect’

Pendency exists in spite of efforts by lawyers: HC judge

Delhi High Court Judge Justice Jayant Nath, who demitted office on Tuesday, said that the public perception of courts going on vacation like schools was not correct and that an “image change” was necessary.

Speaking at his farewell reference, Justice Nath said, “Courts are overburdened with long pending cases. Unfortunately, the perception of a common man is to blame the court for delay in disposal of cases.”

“Much is said about the courts going on vacations, comparing it with school vacations. I can say with full conviction that this public image is not correct,” Justice Nath said, adding that the pendency is there in spite of “huge efforts” by courts and lawyers.