CJI Gavai announces expansion of free Wi-Fi across entire SC premises

New Delhi: In a step to enhance digital accessibility, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Friday announced that free public Wi-Fi will now be available across the entire main building of the Supreme Court to lawyers, litigants and visitors.

Earlier, the free WiFi access was limited to courtrooms only.

“Before you mentioning (important cases for listing), I have a mentioning, in step towards the digital advancement, for all lawyers, litigants and visitors, the facility of free WiFi will be provided in the entire precinct of the court complex,” the CJI said at the outset of the day’s proceedings.

The CJI said earlier the access was limited to the courtrooms only and now it has been extended to all areas of the apex court’s main building.

He added the initiative is aimed at promoting digital connectivity and ease of access for all stakeholders, members of the Bar, litigants, and visitors alike.