The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over the discontinuation of the practice of holding trials on a day-to-day basis in important or sensitive cases, observing that a tradition that existed three decades ago has now been “given a complete go-by”.

“We sincerely believe that it is high time that the courts revert to that practice,” the bench observed, stressing that speedy and continuous trial hearings are essential for justice delivery, particularly in cases involving grave social or political ramifications.

The Court directed that all High Courts should constitute Committees to deliberate on how the practice of day-to-day trial can be revived and implemented effectively in their respective district judiciaries.

A bench comprising Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice KV Viswanath

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