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Source: Hueiyen News Service / Newmai News Network
Imphal, December 06 2008:
DESPITE THE varied laws and customs of the region, the Gauhati High Court has played a catalytic role in extending the system of justice in the North East region with distinction, said Manipur Chief Minister O Ibobi on the occasion on the Diamond Jubilee of the high court on Saturday afternoon in Imphal.
Organised by the Diamond Jubilee organising committee at the Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy, Imphal West the jubilee was graced by Chief Minister Ibobi as chief guest, Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court Jasti Chelameswar as president of the function and other dignitaries of the state and the court including Law lecturers.
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Hailing the notable work of the High Court, Ibobi hoped that despite about 8000 cases pending in the court, the legal fraternity would strive to carry forward the legacy of justice in a democratic society.
Perhaps Manipur has the highest number of pending cases next to Assam, pointed out the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister also informed that the state government had requested the ministry of law and justice, government of India for a full fledge Manipur High Court and added that the construction of the new court building would be completed within 2009.There are about 5000-6000 workers working in full swing to meet the dateline, conveyed the chief minister.
The Chief Minister also maintained that a good relation between the judiciary and the government was much needed for the development of the court.
On the occasion of the Diamond jubilee of the court, judges of the court including those retired were felicitated.
Ibobi also released a souvenir on the occasion of the jubilee.
Several Judges and retired judges attended the programme.
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