Maha bolsters court security with 8,282 guards at₹443.24 cr

In a major step towards bolstering the security of the judiciary, the Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved the appointment of 8,282 additional security personnel for judges, their residences, and court premises across the

- Kalpesh Mhamunkar

state. The government has sanctioned Rs 443.24 crore to cover the salaries of these recruits, who will be deployed through the Maharashtra State Security Corporation (MSSC).

The decision, aimed at creating a robust and uniform security system for the judiciary, will be implemented in two phases. The first phase will involve the appointment of manpower, while the second will focus on procuring the necessary security equipment. Of the total strength, 4,742 personnel will be deployed at various courts, including the Bombay High Court, its benches, the Kolhapur circuit bench, and district and subordinate courts. Another 3,540 guards will be stationed at the residences of judges and judicial officers.