Justice Ranjit Vasantrao More, the Chairman of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), briefed Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on the Tribunal’s latest initiatives aimed at enhancing administrative justice. This briefing took place on [insert date] at [insert location]. The meeting underscored the commitment to improving service delivery through technological advancements.
Since its establishment, CAT has adjudicated over 10 lakh cases, disposing of more than 9.32 lakh cases, which translates to a remarkable disposal rate exceeding 93 percent. Justice More highlighted these statistics to demonstrate the Tribunal’s effectiveness in addressing the backlog of cases.
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the government’s vision under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which aims to reform public institutions to enhance transparency and efficiency. He stated that administrative justice is vital to good governance. The Minister commended ongoing efforts to ensure that services for government employees remain easily accessible and efficient across all levels.
Dr. Singh noted, “The transformation in public institutions is driven by technology, transparency, and process simplification. Digital platforms improve the speed of service delivery and enhance accountability while minimizing procedural delays, making governance more responsive to citizens’ needs.”
Pointing to the improvements made by the Central Administrative Tribunal, the Minister remarked that the growing digital ecosystem and enhanced infrastructure reflect broader governance reforms. This direction aims to create a more efficient and accessible justice system.
The Minister stated that expanding access to justice remains a top priority. The introduction of new Benches and Circuit Sittings in remote regions has significantly improved convenience for litigants, thus reducing travel burdens for government employees stationed away from their home locations.
Dr. Singh emphasized that meaningful institutional reforms yield measurable outcomes. He connected the ongoing enhancements in case disposal rates to the modernization of judicial processes. This exemplifies the positive impact of sustained reforms underpinned by technology and upgraded administrative systems.
Justice Ranjit Vasantrao More updated Dr. Singh on various initiatives launched in recent years. Noteworthy developments include the establishment of new Benches at Jammu and Srinagar and Circuit Sittings initiated in locations like Puducherry, Leh, Kargil, and Vijayawada, ensuring that administrative justice reaches underserved areas.
The CAT Chairman further detailed the significant advancements achieved through the Advanced Case Information System (ACIS). This system facilitates a wealth of digital services, including online filing, virtual hearings, and mobile applications for case tracking.
Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that such technological initiatives harmonize with the government’s vision for a Digital India. He advocates for a governance framework where technology acts as a pillar of efficiency, fostering better service delivery.
During the meeting, Justice More reiterated that CAT’s operations have undergone significant changes, with a noted decline in case pendency. He mentioned that annual case disposal had outstripped new case inflows in recent years.
Justice More also informed the Minister about the ongoing implementation of e-Office across all Benches, the onboarding of personnel onto the electronic Human Resource Management System (e-HRMS), and the digital management of pension cases through the Bhavishya Portal. These represent core elements of the Tribunal’s broader digital governance strategy.
Dr. Jitendra Singh reaffirmed that the government will continue its support for reforms strengthening institutional capabilities and improving public service delivery. He accentuated the objective of translating governance reforms into tangible benefits for all stakeholders, employees, and citizens alike.