Sikkim government committed to strengthen judicial infrastructure: CM Tamang

GANGTOK: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Tuesday reiterated his government’s resolve to strengthen judicial infrastructure, ensuring that no citizen is denied justice due to distance or lack of resources.

Laying the foundation stone for the District Court Complex at Pakyong, Tamang described courts as “temples of justice” and said the new facility would bring legal services closer to residents, particularly those in remote areas.

The event was attended by Sikkim High Court Chief Justice Biswanath Somadder.

The Chief Minister highlighted recent reforms, including the creation of the Directorate of Prosecution, which he said would enhance efficiency, timeliness, and fairness in legal proceedings while bolstering public trust.

He also cited progress on the Sikkim National Law University, envisioned as a hub for nurturing future legal professionals.

Tamang underscored the significance of implementing the newly introduced Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, calling them landmark legal reforms.

He commended the Sikkim State Legal Services Authority for its outreach initiatives in schools and villages, which he said were helping spread legal awareness and ensure wider access to justice. (IANS)

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