Vice President Radhakrishnan addressed the National Consultation on Tele-Law initiative
The Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, today addressed the National Consultation 2026 on Tele-Law initiative of the Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) Scheme, organised by the Ministry of Law and Justice in New Delhi, and underscored the need for accessible, affordable and timely justice for all citizens.
Emphasising that access to justice is a cornerstone of democracy, he said the National consultation reflects a collective commitment to ensuring that justice is not a privilege for a few but a right available to all.
Highlighting recent legal reforms, the Vice President noted that the transition to new criminal laws, marks a historic shift towards a more citizen-centric justice system by simplifying procedures and improving efficiency.
He underlined the transformative role of technology in governance, citing initiatives such as Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and tele-medicine, and described the Tele-Law initiative as a powerful tool to democratise legal services. He noted that pre-litigation legal advice can help resolve disputes early, reduce unnecessary litigation and ease the burden on courts.
Union Minister of State(I/C) for Law & Justice and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal; and other dignitaries were present during the occasion.(updated on 29th march 2026)
