New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday unveiled the new flag and insignia of the Supreme Court of India. The unveiling took place during the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary in New Delhi, marking a symbolic enhancement of the courts identity. The newly introduced Supreme Court flag is blue, featuring elements deeply rooted in Indias legal and cultural heritage. Prominently displayed are the Ashoka Chakra, the Supreme Court building, and the Constitution of India. The accompanying insignia bears the inscription Supreme Court of India along with the Sanskrit phrase Yato Dharmastato Jayah in Devanagari script. This phrase translates to Where there is Dharma, there is victory, emphasizing the courts commitment to upholding righteousness and justice.#WATCH | Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a new flag and insignia for the Supreme Court to commemorate its 75th anniversary. pic.twitter.com/sn40tB2Y9b— ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2024What has President Murmu saidIn her address, President Murmu lauded the Supreme Courts unwavering dedication to Indian jurisprudence, noting that it has served as a vigilant guardian of justice since its inception. She acknowledged the contributions of both past and present members of the judiciary, whose efforts have fortified public trust in the legal system.A key focus of President Murmus speech was the persistent issue of case backlogs in Indian courts. She urged for innovative measures to address this challenge, emphasizing the importance of initiatives like special Lok Adalat weeks to expedite case resolution. The President stressed that reducing pendency is vital for maintaining public confidence in the judiciary.Bringing justice closer to peoplePresident Murmu also proposed the idea of decentralizing the justice system, akin to the constitutional powers granted to Panchayats and Municipalities. She suggested that delivering justice in local languages and under local conditions could make the judiciary more accessible to the public. President Droupadi Murmu graced the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, organised by the Supreme Court of India, in New Delhi. The President said that there are many challenges before our judiciary which will require coordinated efforts… pic.twitter.com/xeD5jUIcNc— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 1, 2024Need for judicial reformsHighlighting the need for collaboration among the judiciary, government, and police, President Murmu stressed the importance of issues related to evidence and witness protection. She also expressed concerns over delays in justice delivery, particularly in heinous crimes such as rape, warning that such delays could undermine public faith in the judicial process.
