Litigant as important as bar and bench in rule of law

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that in the rule of law, the litigant is as important as the bar and bench.

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Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the advocate chambers and parking building, constructed for Rs 680 crore within the High Court premises, in the presence of Chief Justice of India Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai, the CM recalled the 2017 programme organised at the Allahabad HC, where the Prime Minister emphasised that the first condition of good governance is the rule of law.

He expressed empathy for advocates, stating that despite working under difficult conditions, such as broken chambers or even under trees, they continue to strive for justice.

Highlighting the significance of the day, Yogi said, "Today marks the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar. This year is also the Amrit Mahotsav year of the implementation of the Constitution of India."

He described Prayagraj as the land of India's heritage. "Since ancient times, this land has drawn national and global attention not only for the confluence of the sacred rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati but also as a land of religion, knowledge and justice in modern India. Prayagraj, is also the land of the Maha Kumbh. By taking a holy dip at the Sangam here, every Indian has felt a deep connection with their heritage and a sense of pride," he said.