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Government to Set Up Fast-Track Courts to Try Paper Leak Cases

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The government is set to introduce a bill in Parliament to amend the anti-paper leak law, which proposes to set up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials of accused.

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Government to Set Up Fast-Track Courts to Try Paper Leak Cases

The government is set to introduce a bill in Parliament to amend the anti-paper leak law, which proposes to set up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials of accused. Investigations into paper leak cases are to be completed within two months. The bill aims to increase the efficiency of the justice system and provide relief to students affected by the scandal. The government has accepted two key demands of the Cockroach Janta Party, including the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the withdrawal of all legal cases filed against protesters and organizers.

Business StandardHindustan Times

Fast-Track Courts in Slow Lane Now, Backlog 2.5 Lakh Cases

Fast-track special courts, which are meant to complete trials within a year of taking cognisance of offences related to rape and Pocso Act, have not been working at the expected speed. The backlog of cases had reached 2.5 lakh on Dec 31, 2025. The trend has been similar over the last three years, with the total pending cases increasing by 1.4 lakh in 2025. The courts will function in Aurangabad and Nagpur in Maharashtra, and in Delhi, the designated bench will operate from the Rouse Avenue Court Complex.

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PM Modi Wants Fast-Track Courts for Paper Leak Cases, but Backlogs Are Mounting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for establishing fast-track courts to ensure speedy trials in paper leak cases. However, data shows that the existing Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) are burdened with a backlog of 2.45 lakh pending cases. The move is seen as an attempt to address the issue of paper leaks, which have sparked a massive protest movement against the government. However, the existing courts are already struggling to cope with the workload, and the addition of more cases is likely to exacerbate the problem. The government will need to take concrete steps to address the issue of backlogs and ensure that the new courts are able to function effectively. The situation is further complicated by the fact that the government has been facing criticism for its handling of the situation, with many accusing it of being insensitive to the students' concerns.

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