After PM’s announcement, Delhi HC designates fast-track court for paper leak cases
The Delhi High Court has established a fast-track court to handle criminal cases related to public examination paper leaks. This move follows Prime Minister Modi's directive to ensure swift justice for offenses under the Public Examinations Act.
Why it matters
This reflects the government's response to public pressure regarding academic integrity and the systemic issue of examination fraud in India.
The Delhi High Court has designated a special fast-track court to exclusively hear criminal cases relating to question paper leaks and other unfair practices in public examinations.
The notification was issued on Thursday (July 23, 2026) after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the government would establish fast-track courts to ensure expeditious trials in paper leak cases.
According to a notification issued by the High Court, the court of judicial officer Anu Grover Baliga has been notified as a “Specially Designated Fast Track Court” to try offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, along with connected offences. The designation takes immediate effect.
The special court will function from the Rouse Avenue Court Complex in Delhi. Judge Baliga was earlier serving as the judge-in-charge of the Mediation Centre in the Central District at Tis Hazari Courts.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in