Chief Justice Surya Kant: Supreme Court and High Courts Not Competing Justice Hubs

Chief Justice <b>Surya Kant</b> told reporters on <b>Sunday</b> that the <b>Supreme Court</b> and <b>High Courts</b> are not competing destinations for justice, urging the public to trust High Courts as the first forum for constitutional remedies. Yet, citizens still face <b>long delays</b>, <b>backlogs</b>, and a perception that the Supreme Court is the only place for justice. The message underscores a gap between the promise of swift justice and the reality of clogged benches, forcing people to wait months for hearings, driving up legal costs and eroding trust. For the common man, this means that filing a case in a High Court can save time and money, but only if the court is truly accessible; otherwise, the promise of quick relief remains a myth.