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Tirur Bar seeks modern court complex to replace 1910 building
The Hindu reports that the Tirur Bar Association has demanded a new court complex for Tirur, citing severe infrastructure constraints in the century-old building established in 1910. Over 500 lawyers practise there,…
The Story in Brief
The Hindu reports that the Tirur Bar Association has demanded a new court complex for Tirur, citing severe infrastructure constraints in the century-old building established in 1910. Over 500 lawyers practise there, but the complex lacks office space, library, consultation rooms, digital courtrooms, e-filing facilities, and accessibility features. Litigants, police, witnesses, and staff face shortages of waiting areas, sanitation, and parking. The bar has urged central and state governments and judicial authorities to fund and support a modern 'centenary court complex'.
The Indian Opinion
Stories about crumbling court buildings often prompt quick blame on government apathy. But the real challenge is funding and land acquisition, not just political will. The Tirur bar has made a specific and reasonable demand for a centenary complex with modern amenities. The test will be whether the Kerala government allocates funds in its next budget and the Law Ministry clears administrative approvals quickly.
Source: thehindu.com
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