Kohima, Dec 4 (NationPress) In a pioneering move for the Northeast, the Kohima Bench of the Gauhati High Court has introduced its official mobile application, the GHCKB App, designed to enhance accessibility, transparency, and user-friendliness in justice delivery, as announced by officials on Thursday.

The app was officially unveiled by Justice Ashutosh Kumar, the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court.

Other notable attendees included Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury, both Judges of the Gauhati High Court, along with various officials.

During his speech, Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar remarked that the Kohima Bench has become the first High Court in the Northeast to launch such a digital application, underscoring that it was developed entirely by their in-house team.

He praised the ICT team from the Kohima Bench for their efforts and acknowledged the Bench's effective adaptation to technology-driven systems. Describing the application as “citizen-friendly,” Justice Ashutosh Kumar highlighted its features such as real-time information access, case tracking ease, and convenience for both lawyers and litigants.

The Chief Justice emphasized that the app fosters transparency and enables individuals, even from remote areas, to stay updated on court proceedings. He stressed the importance of the Bar fully utilizing the app, noting that the true value of technology is realized only when it is regularly used. Additionally, he pointed out that the app is backward-compatible and can function on most devices.

Reflecting on his visit to the ongoing Hornbill Festival at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, the Chief Justice remarked on the spirit of unity observed there and encouraged the legal community to embody that sense of fellowship in their professional lives.

He challenged young lawyers to prepare their cases diligently, sharing an anecdote where a young attorney swiftly provided a judgment copy when requested. Justice Kumar reminded attendees that the Kohima Bench has nurtured esteemed advocates, some of whom have ascended to the Supreme Court, and encouraged young attorneys to strive for excellence.

“You are not in an overlooked corner; you are part of the mainstream,” he stated, adding that every step they take contributes to their professional development.

In his welcoming remarks, Kohima Bench Registrar Ajongba Imchen noted that the Chief Justice's presence signifies his ongoing support and concern for the Kohima Bench.

He characterized the launch as a significant milestone, asserting that the mobile application would serve as a vital link between the Bench, the Bar, and litigants by providing essential information readily.

Imchen mentioned that the initiative consolidates case details, orders, cause lists, and other court updates into a single platform, thereby enhancing transparency and empowering citizens.

He acknowledged that the public often seeks help to access court orders, judgments, live-streaming links, and daily cause lists, which can be overwhelming for those unfamiliar with legal processes.

“This application addresses these practical challenges,” he remarked.

The app is crafted to benefit all societal segments, including the elderly and students, and can be conveniently downloaded from the Google Play Store,” the official confirmed.

The GHCKB App features daily cause lists, live-streaming of court sessions, court display boards, real-time case status updates, access to both High Court and district court websites, a notice board, and a WhatsApp channel for notifications. According to a High Court representative, the app is presently available on the Google Play Store.