Judicial process beyond reach of poor: President

Jodhpur, December 7

President Ram Nath Kovind here on Saturday expressed concern over access to justice, saying the judicial process has gone beyond the reach of the common man.

“The judicial process has become expensive, even beyond the reach of common man due to many reasons, especially in the High Court and Supreme Court where it has become impossible for common litigants,” the President said during the inauguration of the newly constructed Rajasthan High Court building.

“Today, can any poor or deprived person come here with his complaint? This question is the most important because in the Preamble to the Constitution, we all have accepted the responsibility of providing justice to all,” Kovind said.

The President added that Mahatma Gandhi was also concerned about the expenditure incurred in the process of justice.

For him, the welfare of the poorest of poor was always paramount, he said. — PTI

Six cops suspended over security breach

Jodhpur: A serious lapse was found on part of President Ram Nath Kovind’s security here on Saturday when a man entered the Circuit House in Jodhpur and tried to touch Kovind's feet. Taking note of the security lapse, six policemen were suspended. IANS