Paper Leaks: MP HC Names 4 Fast-Track Courts Day After CM Announcement
The special fast-track courts have been asked to dispose of cases within three months after filing of the charge sheets: Reports
BHOPAL: Madhya Pradesh high court has designated four special fast track courts to expedite cases relating to paper leaks and irregularities in the recruitment tests.
The development comes hours after chief minister Mohan Yadav declared to establish four special fast-track courts in the cities of Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur and Gwalior in the state for the purpose, on Friday.
Acting Chief Justice Vivek Rusia on Friday night designated the district and additional sessions courts in four districts as special fast track courts to try offences under the Lok Pariksha (Anuchit Sadhanaka Ka Nivaran) Adhiniyam, 2024 and other related offences.
The special fast-track courts have been asked to dispose of cases within three months after filing of the charge sheets.
The initiative aims to maintain sanctity, transparency, and credibility of public examinations and ensure speedy and effective judicial disposal of such cases, a statement issued by the government said.
The jurisdiction of each special fast track court will extend to designated districts adjoining its headquarters, ensuring effective judicial administration across the state through these four courts, the statement said.
The move comes close on the heels of Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing that fast track courts would be established to try cases related to paper leaks and irregularities in recruitment tests.
Mr. Modi’s announcement came in the wake of students staging protests under the platform of Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) at Delhi and other parts of the country demanding actions in the paper leaks in the NEET-UG.