VP Radhakrishnan Pushes Tech-Driven Justice at Tele-Law Meet
Vice President calls for inclusive, affordable legal access for all citizens
- C. P. Radhakrishnan addresses Tele-Law National Consultation
- Stresses accessible, affordable and timely justice
- Launches AI chatbot ‘Nyaya Setu’ and beneficiary booklet
- Calls for last-mile legal access for rural and marginalised groups
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 29th March: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday emphasised the need for inclusive and technology-driven access to justice while addressing the National Consultation 2026 on the Tele-Law initiative under the DISHA scheme, organised by the Ministry of Law and Justice.
Highlighting that access to justice is a cornerstone of democracy, he said efforts like Tele-Law ensure that justice is not limited to a privileged few but reaches every citizen in a timely and affordable manner.
The Vice President underscored the transformative role of technology in governance, noting that initiatives such as digital legal services can help bridge the justice gap, reduce litigation burden and enable early dispute resolution through pre-litigation advice.
Referring to recent reforms, he said the transition to new criminal laws reflects a shift towards a more citizen-centric legal system, with improved efficiency and simplified procedures.
Radhakrishnan also stressed the importance of linguistic inclusion, advocating for legal services and consultations in regional languages to improve accessibility and public participation.
Calling for focused attention on last-mile delivery, he urged stakeholders to prioritise women, rural populations and marginalised communities in ensuring equitable access to justice.
During the event, the Vice President launched the “Voice of Beneficiaries” Booklet 2025–26, showcasing real-life success stories of Tele-Law services, and unveiled ‘Nyaya Setu’, an AI-powered chatbot designed to provide instant legal guidance to citizens.
He also introduced the Nyaya Setu mascot to enhance public engagement and released legal awareness comic books developed with National Law University Delhi to simplify legal concepts for wider outreach.
The Vice President commended para-legal volunteers, Common Service Centres and legal professionals for their grassroots contributions in expanding access to justice.
The event was attended by Arjun Ram Meghwal and other dignitaries, reflecting the government’s continued focus on building a responsive and citizen-centric legal ecosystem.
