National Consultation on Tele-Law to Boost Digital Justice
VP Radhakrishnan to lead key event at Vigyan Bhawan on March 29
- Department of Justice India to host National Consultation 2026
- Focus on technology-driven legal services and access to justice
- C. P. Radhakrishnan to attend as Chief Guest
- Launch of AI chatbot ‘Nyaya Setu’ and legal awareness initiatives
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 28th March: The Department of Justice India will organise the National Consultation 2026 under the Tele-Law initiative on March 29 at Vigyan Bhawan, aiming to strengthen access to justice through digital innovation and stakeholder engagement.
The consultation, part of the DISHA (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) scheme, will bring together policymakers, legal experts, and stakeholders to deliberate on enhancing technology-enabled legal services across the country.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will grace the event as Chief Guest, while Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal will attend as Guest of Honour.
A key highlight of the event will be the launch of “Nyaya Setu,” an AI-powered chatbot designed to provide citizens with instant legal guidance and improve access to Tele-Law services. The programme will also see the unveiling of a mascot aimed at enhancing public engagement, particularly among rural and underserved populations.
In addition, a “Voice of Beneficiaries” booklet for 2025–26 will be released, showcasing real-life impact stories of individuals benefitting from digital legal aid services. A White Paper based on prior technical discussions will also be presented, offering strategic recommendations for strengthening the Tele-Law framework.
The event will feature live interactions with Tele-Law panel lawyers, Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs), and beneficiaries, highlighting grassroots-level impact. Legal awareness comic books developed with National Law University Delhi will also be launched to simplify legal concepts for wider public understanding.
The consultation is expected to witness participation from around 1,200 attendees, including representatives from the Supreme Court e-Committee, National Legal Services Authority, legal professionals, academic institutions, and government officials, along with virtual participation from across India.
The initiative marks a step forward in the government’s efforts to bridge the justice gap through technology, awareness, and inclusive service delivery.
