Home Ministry actively engaged with Supreme Court to address case pendency: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the Ministry is working with the Supreme Court to reduce case pendency in the Indian judicial system. He also emphasized the role of forensic technology and AI in modernizing criminal investigations.
Why it matters
Addressing judicial backlog is a critical policy goal in India, and the integration of AI into law enforcement marks a significant shift in criminal justice strategy.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday (June 19, 2026) said his Ministry is "actively engaged" with the Supreme Court to work out a new system for reducing the pendency of cases in the apex court and High Courts, and ensure timely justice for people.
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