Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal inaugurates new court complex in Bandipora

Srinagar, Nov 8: In a significant development, the newly constructed Court Complex at Bandipora was inaugurated by Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and Administrative Judge for District Bandipora, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal.

The inauguration was carried out on the directions of  the Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, as the building was already complete and same be put to public use without delay to benefit the people of the district in general and litigants in particular, said a press release.

On the occasion, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, lauded the visionary leadership of the Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and inaugurated the building, on behalf of the Chief Justice acknowledging his efforts in making this project a reality.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Bandipora, Khalil Ahmad Choudhary;  Deputy Commissioner, Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, Additional District and Sessions Judge, Bandipora, Susheel Singh,  SSP Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmad Zargar, Sub Judge/CJM, Bandipora,  Iqbal Ahmad Akhoon and others.

After the inauguration, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal inspected various sections of the new Court Complex Bandipora, including Court Rooms, E-Court Room, Record Room, staff rooms, and other facilities. He took a detailed tour of the complex, examining the infrastructure and amenities provided. The Administrative Judge gave necessary instructions to the concerned officers to ensure that the facilities are utilized optimally and maintained properly.

In his address, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal expressed his gratitude to the Chief Justice, Arun Palli, for providing him the occasion to inaugurate the court complex and put the building for public use in his  absence. He  said, "I am grateful to the Chief Justice, Arun Palli, for providing him the privilege to inaugurate this magnificent project, a testament to the unwavering commitment to justice and the rule of law."   He also highlighted the serene district's extraordinary natural beauty and cultural richness.

Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal emphasised the significance of the judiciary in Jammu and Kashmir, which has a glorious history and rich traditions. He acknowledged the tireless efforts of judicial officers, court staff, and members of the Bar in Bandipora, who have continued to serve with dedication despite numerous challenges. He stressed that putting the new court complex to public use is a symbol of hope and trust for the people of Bandipora, Sumbal, and Gurez, and will play a crucial role in ensuring justice is delivered with dignity and efficiency. He also highlighted the importance of technology in modernizing the judicial system, citing the e-Courts Project, which has transformed the way citizens engage with the system. Similarly, he emphasized the need for modern judicial reform, combining structural improvement with technological modernization, to ensure accessible justice for all. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the Bench and the Bar in ensuring justice is served.

Speaking on the occasion,  Principal District and Sessions Judge, Bandipora, expressed his gratitude to all those involved in the project. He acknowledged the visionary leadership of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal for their guidance and valuable support for the time bound completion of mega project. He also appreciated the efforts of Registrar General, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, M. K Sharma;  Deputy Commissioner, Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib and other officials for their contributions to the time bound completion of the project.