Backlog Rush: Central Administrative Tribunal's Efforts to Expedite 70,000 Grievances
Nearly 70,000 cases involving government employees are pending at the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), which addresses service-related disputes. Since 1985, CAT has managed nearly a million cases. Efforts for speedy resolutions include advanced digitalization, extensive infrastructure upgrades, and easier access for all stakeholders to ensure just and swift adjudication.
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The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) currently faces a significant backlog, with nearly 70,000 cases awaiting adjudication. This statistic was revealed during a session in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
Established in 1985 to handle grievances from government employees, CAT has successfully resolved a substantial number of cases over the years. As per Union Minister of State for Personnel, Jitendra Singh, the tribunal has dealt with over 9,88,738 cases, disposing of 9,19,157 cases to date.
To tackle the existing workload more efficiently, the tribunal has implemented a cloud-based Advance Case Information System featuring modern tools like mobile apps, e-filing, and hybrid video conferencing, aiming to streamline processes and ensure rapid justice.
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