2009 (10) TMI 654 - AT - Indian Laws

Summary

Issues involved:
1. Compliance with circular dated 5-12-2003 for maintaining information.
2. Cooperation with Registrar to ensure transparency in justice delivery system.
3. Registrar's role in maintaining information on reserved orders.
4. Assistance to Registrar by Courtmasters, PAs, SPSs, ARs, and DR.

Compliance with circular dated 5-12-2003 for maintaining information:
The matter was remanded from CIC for a fresh decision, emphasizing consultation with the information holder and the appellant. The circular dated 5-12-2003, initially challenging due to staff constraints, is now agreed to be implemented fully. The appellant was relieved from providing certain information related to past cases, ensuring cooperation from the Registry. The appellant's understanding of administrative challenges led to a resolution, ultimately leading to the disposal of the appeal.

Cooperation with Registrar to ensure transparency in justice delivery system:
The appellant submitted crucial documents, including the circular dated 5-12-2003 and a letter conveying specific information, to serve public interest and enhance transparency in the justice delivery system. The Registrar highlighted the importance of maintaining information on reserved orders for transparency. The Registrar requested cooperation from Courtmasters, PAs, SPSs, ARs, and DR to assist in providing necessary information to maintain records of pending cases, aligning with the orders passed by the Hon'ble President.

Registrar's role in maintaining information on reserved orders:
The Registrar expressed the necessity of obtaining information on reserved orders from various court officials to fulfill the objectives set by the Hon'ble President's orders. Lack of information on fixed dates for order pronouncements led to the Registrar's inability to share details with the public. The Registrar emphasized the need for cooperation from all concerned parties to maintain transparency and serve public interest effectively.

Assistance to Registrar by Courtmasters, PAs, SPSs, ARs, and DR:
To address the challenges faced in maintaining and sharing information, the Registrar was advised to establish a system promptly and guide the relevant court officials. The Courtmasters, PAs, SPSs, ARs, and DR were urged to provide necessary assistance to the Registrar in recording reserved cases pending order pronouncements, aligning with the directives to enhance transparency in the justice delivery process.