Delhi govt to set up 53 new fast track special courts for cases related to women, children

“With this decision, women in Delhi will now be able to move forward with greater confidence and a stronger sense of security. This is not just about increasing the number of courts, but a long-term initiative to strengthen and enhance the effectiveness of the justice delivery system,” she added.

More than 17,000 cases related to crimes against women and children are currently pending before the courts, the CM said. These courts will primarily hear cases under the POCSO Act, 2012, and rape cases (Section 376 of IPC/Section 64 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita), it has been learnt.

The Law department has already prepared a proposal regarding this and sent it to the Finance department. Among steps mentioned in the proposal is the appointment of 53 new judges, which is underway and is expected to be completed soon.

While there are currently 16 FTSCs, they are temporary or ad hoc in nature. These will be converted into permanent courts and 37 new FTSCs will be set up.

The Delhi High Court informed the Law department, following a consultation, that 37 additional FTSCs are urgently required.

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