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Bilaspur, September 21st, 2024: This year’s third National Lok Adalat was successfully organized on September 21, 2024, across the state under the able guidance of Hon’ble Shri Justice Ramesh Sinha, Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh and Patron-in-Chief of the Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority. This National Lok Adalat spanned judicial levels from the Taluka courts to the High Court, making justice more approachable and swifter. To boost the morale of Judicial Officers and instill a strengthened sense of security and faith in the institution of Lok Adalat among citizens, the Hon’ble Chief Justice virtually connected with all 23 District Courts of the State from the High Court. He interacted with Principal District Judges and Judicial Officers, encouraging them to ensure the successful resolution of disputes in the National Lok Adalat. His engagement was pivotal to the success of the event, as he shared insights, assessed ongoing proceedings, and inspi...

"Minor contradictions or insignificant discrepancies in the statement of the prosecutrix should not be a ground for rejecting an otherwise credible prosecution case." In this context, the court is emphasizing that small inconsistencies in the testimony of the victim (prosecutrix) do not diminish the overall reliability of her account, especially when it is corroborated by other substantial evidence. The Chhattisgarh High Court, in a notable judgment, upheld the conviction of Dulamani Yadav for the rape of a minor under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The ruling, delivered by Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha and Justice Bibhu Datta Guru, emphasized that minor inconsistencies in the victim’s testimony do not undermine the credibility of her account. The case highlights important legal issues, including the sufficiency of victim testimony, the establishment of the victim’s age, and the applicability of various laws in cases ...

The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld the life sentences of Arshad Khan and Syed Nadeem (@Bada Monu) for the murder of Deepak Naidu, emphasizing the accused's failure to explain the incriminating circumstances, which served as a vital link in the chain of evidence. The court dismissed the appeals of the accused, affirming the trial court's verdict under Sections 120B and 302 of the Indian Penal Code, along with the Arms Act violations. The case stemmed from a murder on June 15, 2019, in Raipur, where Naidu was killed following a dispute with Arshad Khan's father. The trial court convicted the accused based on circumstantial evidence, including eyewitness testimony, forensic links, and the recovery of the murder weapon. The defense argued false implication and lack of direct evidence, but the High Court held that the circumstantial evidence was strong enough to establish the accused's guilt. The court highlighted the doctrine of "last seen together" and the forens...

Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, August 10, 2024 – The 9th Round of the State Level Stakeholders' Consultation on the Protection of Children with Disabilities was successfully organized by The High Court Juvenile Justice Committee in collaboration with Chhattisgarh State Judicial Academy and Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority on August 10, 2024, at the Auditorium of the High Court of Chhattisgarh. The Inaugural session commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the Esteemed Chief Guest, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ramesh Sinha, Chief Justice, High Court of Chhattisgarh. In his Inaugural address, Hon'ble The Chief Justice highlighted the challenges faced by children with disabilities in accessing education, healthcare, and societal integration. He emphasized the need for concerted efforts in legislative enforcement, inclusive education practices, healthcare improvements, and societal sensitization to ensure a more equitable future for all childr...

The High Court of Chhattisgarh proudly hosted the State-Level Conference of Judicial Officers on "Overcoming Challenges: The Emerging Role of District Judiciary in Modern India" on 28th July 2024. The event took place at the Auditorium of the High Court of Chhattisgarh, marking a significant occasion in the State's Judicial Calendar. The conference commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Chief Guest Hon'ble Mr. Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai, Judge, Supreme Court of India and the inaugural session was further graced by esteemed presence of Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court of India with Hon'ble Mr. Justice Vikram Nath as Distinguished Guest and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra as Special Guest. The Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ramesh Sinha, delivered a heartfelt welcome address to the dignitaries and attendees. Hon’ble Mr. Justice B R Gavai in his keynote address, emphasized upon unity wit...

Respected Hon’ble Mr. Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai; Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikram Nath and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, Judges, Supreme Court of India, sitting on the dias; My esteemed Sister and Brother Judges; Registrar General and Officers of the Registry; All the Judges of  the District Judiciary; Other Distinguished Guests present; Ladies and Gentlemen; Persons from Print and Electronic Media, A Very Good Morning to All It is a great honour and privilege for me to welcome Hon’ble Mr. Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, Judge, Supreme Court of India, who has been kind enough to accept our invitation for his gracious presence in this Conference.  His Lordship’s inspiring life, marked by perseverance and integrity, serves as a guiding light for many aspiring Lawyers, Judges and Jurists across the Country, demonstrating that unwavering determination and hard-work can lead to the highest echelons of the judiciary. His Lordship’s willingness and readiness for t...

Bilaspur, July 13th, 2024: In a ground-breaking initiative, Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh and Patron-in-Chief of the Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority, Hon’ble Shri Justice Ramesh Sinha, virtually connected with all 23 districts from the High Court to oversee the progress of this year’s second National Lok Adalat. This significant step underscores the crucial role that Lok Adalats play in the amicable resolution of disputes, promoting peace and harmony within society. The Lok Adalat held this time was particularly remarkable due to the personal interest and dedication of Hon’ble Chief Justice Shri Ramesh Sinha. His belief that the duties of a High Court Judge as custodian of public trust extend beyond courtrooms led to this historical success. Inspired by his leadership, Hon’ble High Court Judges visited their respective portfolio districts, ensuring thorough monitoring and successful organization of the Lok Adalat, bringing sa...

Bilaspur, July 13th, 2024: In a ground-breaking initiative, Honble Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh and Patron-in-Chief of the Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority, Honble Shri Justice Ramesh Sinha, virtually connected with all 23 districts from the High Court to oversee the progress of this years second National Lok Adalat. This significant step underscores the crucial role that Lok Adalats play in the amicable resolution of disputes, promoting peace and harmony within society.  The Lok Adalat held this time was particularly remarkable due to the personal interest and dedication of Honble Chief Justice Shri Ramesh Sinha. His belief that the duties of a High Court Judge as custodian of public trust extend beyond courtrooms led to this historical success. Inspired by his leadership, Honble High Court Judges visited their respective portfolio districts, ensuring thorough monitoring and successful organization of the Lok Adalat, bringing satisfaction to numerous ...

Bilaspur, July 13th, 2024: In a ground-breaking initiative, Honble Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh and Patron-in-Chief of the Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority, Honble Shri Justice Ramesh Sinha, virtually connected with all 23 districts from the High Court to oversee the progress of this years second National Lok Adalat. This significant step underscores the crucial role that Lok Adalats play in the amicable resolution of disputes, promoting peace and harmony within society.  The Lok Adalat held this time was particularly remarkable due to the personal interest and dedication of Honble Chief Justice Shri Ramesh Sinha. His belief that the duties of a High Court Judge as custodian of public trust extend beyond courtrooms led to this historical success. Inspired by his leadership, Honble High Court Judges visited their respective portfolio districts, ensuring thorough monitoring and successful organization of the Lok Adalat, bringing satisfaction to numerous ...

14 अनुशासनात्मक कार्यवाही लंबित रहते हुए शासकीय सेवक की मृत्यु हो जाने पर प्रकरण का निराकरण।  [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 3] 15 शासकीय सेवकों द्वारा अपने स्थानान्तर, पदस्थापना इत्यादि के लिए उचित माध्यम से अपना आवेदन/अभ्यावेदन प्रस्तुत करने के संबंध में। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 4) 16 माननीय उच्चतम न्यायालय के निर्देश के उम्मीदवार के द्वारा प्रस्तुत जाति प्रमाण पत्रों पालन में आरक्षित पदों पर नियुक्त का सत्यापन। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 5] 17 शासकीय सेवको के स्थायीकरण संबंध में। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 7] 18 सीधी भरती प्रकिया में स्थानीय निवासियों को प्राथमिकता देने के संबंध में। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 9] 19 स्थानांतरण नीति वर्ष 2012-13 [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 10] 20 अनुसूचित जाति के अंतर्गत आने वाले सूर्यवंशी समाज के लोगों को सूर्यवंशी जाति के नाम से जाति प्रमाण पत्र सत्यापित करने हेतु। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 15] 21 नियमित रिक्त पदों पर चालू कार्यभार सौंपे जाने के संबंध में जारी निर्देश का पालन करने बाबत्। [CGLT 2012 Part-VIII, Page 16] 22 सेवाकाल के दौरान शासकीय ...

91 Chhattisgarh Unorganised Workers' Social Security Rules, 2010  [CGLT 2011 Part II, Page 17] 92 Chhattisgarh Veterinary Class-III (Executive and Non-Ministerial) Service Recruitment Rules, 2009 [CGLT 2011 Part IV, Page 95] Circulars (परिपत्र) 1 दैनिक वेतन पर अथवा तदर्थ रूप से नियुक्त तृतीय एवं चतुर्थ श्रेणी कर्मचारियों का नियमितिकरण बाबत ।  [CGLT 2011 Part-VIII, Page 1] 2 शासकीय सेवकों की असामयिक मृत्यु होने पर उनके आश्रित परिवार के सदस्य को 7 नौकरी में प्राथमिकता। [CGLT 2011 Part-VIII, Page 2, 3, 10, 11] 3 स्थानांतरण नीति वर्ष 2011-20121  [CGLT 2011 Part-VIII, Page 3] 4 छत्तीसगढ़ अधोसंरचना विकास निगम के नियंत्रणाधीन विघटित परिवहन निगम के दिवंगत अधिकारियों/कर्मचारियों के परिवार के आश्रित सदस्य को शिक्षाकर्मी वर्ग-3 के पद पर अनुकंपा नियुक्ति दिये जाने सबंधी निर्देश।  [CGLT 2011 Part-VIII, Page 5) 5 स्थानांतरण नीति वर्ष 2011-12 की प्रतिबंध की अवधि में स्थानांतरण संबंधी प्रक्रिया के संबंध में स्पष्टीकरण।  [CGLT 2011 Part-VIII, Page 9] 6   9 नवीन जिलों क...

73 Chhattisgarh Rent Control Tribunal and District Rent Control Establishment (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2015  [CGLT 2015 Part VI, Page 84] 74 Office of the Resident Commissioner, Chhattisgarh Bhawan/Sadan, New Delhi, Class-III (Non-gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2011  [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 102) 75 Chhattisgarh Sales Tax Class III (Executive) Service Recruitment Rules, 1966 amended [CGLT 2011 Part-IV Page 152] 76 Chhattisgarh Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes Development (Gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2006 amended [CGLT 2011 Part IV, Page 70] 77 Chhattisgarh Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes Development Sub-ordinate Service (Class-III- Non-Ministerial) Recruitment Rules, 2011 [CGLT 2011 Part IV, Page 106] 78 Chhattisgarh School Education, State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) and its Sub-ordinate Institutions (Gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2013 [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 113] 79 Chhattisgarh Secretariat Serv...

55 Chhattisgarh Medical Education Department Class-III Non-Gazetted (Ministerial and Non-Ministerial) Service, Recruitment Rules, 2011  [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 53] 56 Chhattisgarh Municipal Corporation (appointmnet and Conditions of Service of Officers and Servants) Rules, 2007 amendment [CGLT 2012 Part II, Page 52] 57 Chhattisgarh Nagarpalika Shiksha Karmi Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008 amended [CGLT 2011 Part II, Page 16, 178] 58 Chhattisgarh Development Commissioner Panchayat and Rural Development, Class-III (Ministerial and Non-Ministerial) Services Recruitment Rules, 2011 amended [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 101] 59 Chhattisgarh Panchayat Service (Recruitment and General Conditions of Services) Rules, 1999 amendment [CGLT 2013 Part II, Page 24] 60 Chhattisgarh Panchayat and Rural Development Department, (Gazetted) Services Recruitment Rules, 2013 [CGLT 2014 Part VI, Page 66] 61 Chhattisgarh Panchayat and Rural Development Department (Gazetted) Service Recruitm...

36 Chhattisgarh Horticulture (Gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2013 [CGTL 2013 Part VI, Page 69] 37 Chhattisgarh Horticulture Non-Gazetted (Ministerial) Service Recruitment Rules, 2012 [CGTL 2013 Part VI, Page 13] 38 Chhattisgarh Horticulture Non-Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) Service Recruitment Rules, 2012 [CGTL 2013 Part VI, Page 5) 39 Chhattisgarh Industrial Training (Non-Gazetted) Class-III Service Recruitment Rules, 2014 [CGLT 2015 Part VI, Page 44] 40 Chhattisgarh Information Commission (Gazetted) Service Recruitment and Promotion Rules, 2015 [CGLT 2015 Part VI, Page 79] 41 Chhattisgarh Judicial Service Pay Revision, Pension and Other Retierment Benefits Rules, 2003 amended [CGTL 2011 Part II, Page 32] 42 Chhattisgarh Higher Judicial Service (Recruitmentand Conditions of Service) Rules, 2006 amended [CGLT 2011 Part II, Page 31] 43 Chhattisgarh Higher Judicial Service Service) Rules, 2006 amended (Recruitment and Conditions of [CGLT 2012 Part II, Page 146] 44 Chhattisgarh Higher ...

18 Chhattisgarh Development Authority Services (Officers and Employees) Recruitment Rules, 2013 [CGTL 2013 Part VI, Page 37] 19 Chhattisgarh Development Authority Services (Officers and Employees) Recruitment Rules, 2013 amended  [CGLT 2015 Part VI, Page 32] 20 Chhattisgarh Distinguished Players in the Government Service Recruitment Rules, 2010  [CGTL 2011 Part VI, Page 9] 21 Chhattisgarh Directorate of Institutional Finance (Class-III) Service Recruitment Rules, 2011  [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 43] 22 Directorate, Chhattisgarh Financial Management and Information System Services (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2012 amended  [CGLT 2014 Part VI, Page 39] 23 Chhattisgarh Education Service (Collegiate Branch) Recruitment Rules, 1990 amended  [CGTL 2011 Part VI, Page 140] 24 Chhattisgarh Election (Non-Gazetted) Class-III Service Recruitment Rules, 2011 [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 69] 25 Chhattisgarh Forest (Gazetted) Service Recruitment Rules, 2015  [...

1 Chhattisgarh Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Department Class-III (Technical and Non-Ministerial) Dairy Services Recruitment Rules, 2009 [CGTL 2011 Part VI, Page 27) 2 Chhattisgarh Armed Executive Force (C.A.F.) Constable (General Duty) and Trade Constable (Trained/Untrained) (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008 amended [CGTL 2011 Part VI, Page 140] 3 Chhattisgarh Auxiliary Armed Police Force (Recruitment, Training Remuneration and Other Allowances, Conditions of Service, Conduct and Control) Rules, 2011  [CGLT 2011 Part II, Page 195] 4 Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education Recruitment and Promotion Rules, 2010 [CGLT 2011 Part IV, Page 82] 5 Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Promotion Rules, 2010 amendment Education Recruitment and [CGLT 2013 Part II, Page 4) 6 Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Worker's (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008 amendment [CGLT 2012 Part II, Page 191]          ...

33 Chhattisgarh Medical Education Department Class-III Non-Gazetted (Ministerial and Non-Ministerial) Service, Recruitment Rules, 2011 [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 53] 34 Chhattisgarh Municipal Corporation (appointmnet and Conditions of Service of Officers and Servants) Rules, 2007 amendment [CGLT 2012 Part II, Page 52] 35 Chhattisgarh Nagarpalika Shiksha Karmi Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008 amended [CGLT 2011 Part II, Page 16, 178] 36 Chhattisgarh Development Commissioner Panchayat and Rural Development, Class-III (Ministerial and Non-Ministerial) Services Recruitment Rules, 2011 amended [CGLT 2012 Part VI, Page 101] 37 Chhattisgarh Panchayat Service (Recruitment and General Conditions of Services) Rules, 1999 amendment [CGLT 2013 Part II, Page 24] 38 Chhattisgarh State Police Accountability Authority (Salaries, Allowances and Other Conditions of Service) Rules, 2013 [CGLT 2013 Part II, Page 49] 39 Chhattisgarh Panchayat Shiksha Karmi (Recruitment and Conditions of Ser...

SPEECH ON "INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY' BY HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE RAMESH SINHA, CHIEF JUSTICE, HIGH COURT OF CHHATTISGARH, BILASPUR, ON 07.03.2024 AT DISTRICT BAR ASSOCIATION, DURG President, District Bar Association Durg and Members of the Executive Body, District Judge, Durg and Judicial Officers of the District Judiciary, Learned members of the Bar Ladies and Gentlemen Namaste and a very good evening to everyone present here. As you all know that this evening we have gathered here to share our gratitude towards our women on this occasion of International Women's Day. I feel delighted to address the gathering of Advocates and Judges of District Judiciary in the vibrant district of Durg. International Women's Day is celebrated on 8th March every year. It is an opportunity to commemorate women's social, economic, cultural and political achievements and highlights the need to continue accelerating gender equality. The history of the day dates back to the ...

Party Name Case No. Decided on Coram Subject Matter Point decided Himanshu Namdeo and Others Vs Dena Bank and Others WA No. 188 of 2016 19.11.2019 Hon’ble Shri P.R. Ramachandra Menon, Chief Justice and Ho’ble Shri Justice Parth Prateem Sahu Service Matter (I) Legal heirs of missing employee, who sustained a civil death, are entitled to get his retiral dues including gratuity, provident fund, leave encashment and family pension etc. (ii) Charge-sheet not served to the missing employee – he can only be terminated/ removed simplicitor from service without any reference or finding of guilt. Ashutosh Agrawal and Another Vs. Union of India and Others WA No. 7, 9 of 2009 and WA No. 819 of 2018 06.12.2019 Hon’ble Shri P.R. Ramachandra Menon, Chief Justice and Ho’ble Shri Justice Parth Prateem Sahu Indian Stamp Act, 1899 National Highways Act, 1956 Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabil...