Supreme Court Implements Virtual Hearings and Work-from-Home Policies Amid Fuel Conservation Efforts
Supreme Court mandates virtual hearings, WFH amid war-driven fuel conservation push
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The Supreme Court of India has mandated video-conferencing for hearings on miscellaneous days and allowed partial work-from-home for Registry staff as part of a fuel conservation initiative linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. These measures aim to reduce fuel consumption while ensuring court operations continue smoothly.
- 01Mandatory video-conferencing for cases listed on miscellaneous days, including Mondays and Fridays.
- 02Judges encouraged to use car-pooling arrangements to minimize fuel usage.
- 03Up to 50% of Registry staff can work from home for two days a week on a rotational basis.
- 04Registrars must prepare weekly rosters to manage in-office staffing effectively.
- 05Staff working from home must remain reachable and ready to return to the office if necessary.
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In response to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the Union government's fuel conservation directive, the Supreme Court of India has implemented several administrative measures effective from May 15, 2026. These include mandatory video-conferencing for cases listed on miscellaneous days, which are typically Mondays, Fridays, and other designated days. The Supreme Court Secretary General, Bharat Parashar, issued a circular outlining these changes, emphasizing the need for stable connectivity and technical support during virtual hearings. To further support fuel conservation, judges are encouraged to adopt car-pooling arrangements. Additionally, the court has allowed up to 50% of Registry staff to work from home for up to two days each week on a rotational basis, ensuring that essential functions remain uninterrupted. Registrars are tasked with creating weekly rosters to manage in-office attendance effectively. Staff members working remotely must stay available by phone and be prepared to return to the office if required. These measures reflect the court's commitment to adapt to current challenges while maintaining operational efficiency.
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These changes aim to reduce fuel consumption during court operations, potentially affecting the daily commute of judges and staff.
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