e-Courts Mission Mode Project is being implemented for strengthening the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the judicial system

India, March 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

The e-Courts Mission Mode Project is being implemented in a phased manner across the country with the objective of strengthening the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the judicial system. The project has introduced various measures such as video conferencing, virtual courts, e-filing, e-payments, digitisation of court records, upgraded case management systems and monitoring of cases through the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG). These measures have contributed to making justice delivery system more accessible, efficient and transparent by enabling public access to case related information, streamlining case management through digital workflows, and reducing procedural delays through e-filing and video conferencing. Some key initiatives under the eCourts Project as on 31.01.2026 are as under:

The Government of India has been implementing a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for the Development of Infrastructure Facilities since 1993-94. Through this Scheme, the Government of India supplements the resources of the State Governments, who have the primary responsibility for the development of judicial infrastructure. There are five components covered under the scheme, viz., court halls, residential units, lawyers' halls, digital computer rooms and toilet complexes.

The interventions under the eCourts project have enhanced efficiency in the justice delivery system by improving case management, e-filing, hearing through video conferencing, real-time monitoring of pendency and disposal, facilitating faster service of processes etc. The adoption of digital platforms, data analytics and interoperable systems is contributing to better utilisation of judicial resources, faster resolution of disputes and improved access to justice for litigants.

The facilities created under eCourts project have significant impact on judicial performance between 2014 and 2025, with 169% increase in annual case institution (from 0.98 crore to 2.64 crore) and 207% increase in annual case disposal (from 0.81 crore to 2.49 crore) by the courts in the country.

This information was given by MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.

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