Experts Propose Splitting Supreme Court Into Constitutional And Regional Appellate Benches To Reduce Backlog

The Supreme Court of India faces an unprecedented crisis with a record 92,318 pending cases as of late 2025, marking an increase of nearly 10,000 cases within a year. Legal experts suggest that the institution is currently overwhelmed by ordinary appeals, which hinders its primary constitutional mandate. To address this, a proposal has been made to establish a <b>lean Constitutional Court</b> in Delhi, consisting of approximately 11 judges dedicated solely to substantial questions of law. This would be complemented by four or five <b>regional Courts of Appeal</b> designed to handle the massive volume of routine litigation, ensuring that the nation's highest court remains focused on shaping the Republic's foundational legal principles.