Mumbai City Civil And Sessions Court Faces Over 1.54 Lakh Pending Cases, Legal Experts Raise Concerns Over Trial Delays
More than 1.54 lakh cases are pending before the Mumbai City Civil and Sessions Court, according to NJDG data. Thousands remain stalled due to stay orders, missing documents and absence of counsel. Legal experts warn prolonged delays weaken criminal trials through fading witness memory, missing records and procedural setbacks, increasing concerns over timely justice.