Chief Justice given warm welcome at Madurai Bench

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We must always bear in mind that behind every case in this court there is a person seeking hope, redress, or peace; Our true measure of success is not found in the number of cases disposed of, but in the trust the common citizen places in us, says Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari
Updated – March 30, 2026 08:47 pm IST – MADURAI

B.TILAK CHANDAR




Madras High Court Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari.

We must approach our duties with a service-first mindset ensuring that the doors of this bench are never too heavy for the marginalised to push open, said Madras High Court Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari, in his reply to the welcome accorded to him at the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court here on Monday.


As we move forward, our collective focus must remain on ensuring that the temple of justice remains accessible and efficient, reducing the burden of pendency that weighs heavily on the litigants. We must always bear in mind that behind every case in this court there is a person seeking hope, redress, or peace. Our true measure of success is not found in the number of cases disposed of, but in the trust the common citizen places in us, he said.

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[31/03, 07:17] Meta AI: Madras High Court Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari emphasized the importance of accessibility and efficiency in the judiciary, stating that the true measure of success lies in the trust the common citizen places in the court. He urged judges and staff to approach their duties with a service-first mindset, ensuring the doors of justice are open to all, especially the marginalized [1].

Key points from his address:
– *Service-First Mindset*: Judges and staff should prioritize serving the people.
– *Accessibility*: The court should be accessible to all, especially the marginalized.
– *Efficiency*: Reducing case pendency is crucial to ensuring justice is served.
– *Trust*: The court’s success is measured by the trust citizens place in it.

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