PM Modi Champions Legal Accessibility and Local Language Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant address in Delhi on November 8, 2025, emphasizing the critical need for legal reforms that make justice accessible to every Indian citizen. The Prime Minister's speech focused on practical solutions that have already shown remarkable results across the nation.
Lok Adalats and Pre-Litigation: Resolving Millions Efficiently
During his presentation, Modi highlighted the outstanding performance of Lok Adalats and pre-litigation settlement mechanisms, which have successfully resolved millions of disputes in a quick, amicable, and cost-effective manner. These alternative dispute resolution methods have proven particularly beneficial for ordinary citizens who might otherwise struggle with the financial burden of prolonged legal battles.
The Prime Minister specifically noted that these approaches have helped maintain social harmony while ensuring that justice is neither delayed nor denied to those who need it most. The emphasis on resolving matters before they enter formal court proceedings has significantly reduced the backlog of cases in various judicial forums.
Legal Aid Defence Counsel: 8 Lakh Cases Resolved
One of the most impressive achievements highlighted was the performance of the government's Legal Aid Defence Counsel System. Modi revealed that this initiative has facilitated the resolution of nearly 8 lakh criminal cases within just three years, marking a substantial step forward in judicial efficiency.
This system has particularly benefited marginalized communities, including the poor, Dalits, and other oppressed sections of society who often lack the resources to secure proper legal representation. The scheme has ensured that quality legal defence is not a privilege reserved only for those who can afford it.
Local Languages and Business Environment
The Prime Minister strongly advocated for conducting legal proceedings and publishing laws in local languages, arguing that this would dramatically improve accessibility and understanding among common citizens. He emphasized that when people can read and comprehend laws in their native tongue, it empowers them to better understand their rights and responsibilities.
Modi also connected accessible justice with economic growth, stating that true ease of doing business and living is only possible when justice is swift and accessible. He outlined the government's comprehensive efforts to strengthen the legal infrastructure across India, ensuring that the judicial system supports both social justice and economic development.
The Prime Minister's address concluded with a reaffirmation of the government's commitment to creating a legal ecosystem that serves every Indian equally, regardless of their socioeconomic background or geographical location.
