India's Justice System Faces Backlogs, Calls for Reform and Technological Autonomy

India's justice system faces significant challenges, including a backlog of nearly 48 million cases in lower courts and around 90,000 in the Supreme Court, compounded by thousands of vacant judicial posts. Delays undermine public trust and economic growth, as administrative inefficiencies increase litigation and hinder productivity. Recent Supreme Court rulings emphasize tribunal independence, while calls grow for greater autonomy and transparency in court technology reforms to improve efficiency and local innovation.