Sikkim has officially become India’s first state with a fully paperless judiciary, marking a historic milestone in judicial reforms. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced this on May 1, 2026, during the National Conclave on Technology and Judicial Education in Gangtok.
📌 Key Highlights of the Declaration
- Date & Occasion: Declared on May 1, 2026, at the National Conclave on Technology and Judicial Education in Gangtok.
- By: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
- Significance: Sikkim becomes the first state judiciary in India to go fully paperless.
- Context: Announcement coincided with Sikkim’s 50th Statehood anniversary, adding symbolic importance.
⚖️ What “Paperless Judiciary” Means
- E-filing of cases: All petitions and documents are filed digitally.
- Virtual hearings: Litigants and lawyers can attend proceedings online.
- Digital case tracking: Real-time updates on case status.
- Automated workflows: Court processes streamlined through technology.
- Digitised archives: Complete migration from physical records to electronic storage.
