CCPur, October 29, 2014: Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh today inaugurated Churachandpur District and Sessions Court at the District Court complex as part of the Government’s plan to expand Court facilities to all the hill districts of the State.
The inaugural function was graced by Chief Justice of Manipur High Court, Justice Laxmikanta Mohapatra, Health Minister Phungzathang Tonsing, Justice N Kotiswar Singh, MLAs of Thanlon, Singngat and Tipaimukh ACs, ADC members and district administration of Churachandpur, bar and security officials.
During his speech, CM O Ibobi stressed on the need to treat every citizen equally under the law.
While promising all logistic support needed from the Government to help deliver justice to the people, the CM also appealed to Judges and law practitioners to remain vigilant of their actions or decisions as they are closely monitored and have a direct bearing on the system’s public image.
The Chief Minister also appealed to the citizens in general, NGOs and others to make best use of the newly inaugurated Court and seek necessary assistance to make the Court effective.
Realising the need for a functional jail following the Court’s inauguration, the CM has also promised restoration of the district jail 'without further delay.'
The district jail has been kept desolated since the late 90s and is presently in a dilapidated state. It would need a major repairing and administrative overhaul to house criminals in the long run.
Chief Justice, Justice Mohapatra during his speech expressed hope that the newly inaugurated Court would make Courts more accessible to the people.
The Chief Justice further requested the State Government to provide necessary amenities so that the services of the Court could be made available whenever necessary.
He also appealed to the Judges to maintain the dignity of the Court: “Please do not do anything that will dent the dignity of the Court of law”.
Health Minister Phungzathang Tonsing, meanwhile, communicated his hope that the new Court will ensure early disposal of cases and timely delivery of justice.
Source: The Sangai Express
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