Supreme Court Mandates Special NIA Courts for Expedited Trials in Terror Cases
The Supreme Court has directed 17 states to establish special NIA courts to expedite trials under anti-terror laws. The Centre has proposed financial support for infrastructure and staffing. The directive aims to ensure timely justice with the highest pending cases in Delhi, Jammu, and Kashmir.
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The Supreme Court has issued notices to 17 states, including key regions such as Delhi and Maharashtra, urging the establishment of special NIA courts where anti-terror law cases are pending. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant leads this initiative, following a comprehensive report from the Union Home Ministry.
The Centre plans to invest Rs 1 crore per annum per court for running costs and infrastructure. The government's goal is to expedite judicial processes amidst rising terrorism-related trials, aiming for operational courtrooms by April 2026.
Pending cases are highest in Delhi and Jammu. A targeted response from state chief secretaries is anticipated, as the judicial urgency heightens. Additional courts are also planned, with some already functional in Bihar, Jammu, and Ranchi.
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