Keywords: Supreme Court, Free Wi-Fi provision
The Apex Court has extended the provision of free Wi-Fi access to all advocates, litigants, media persons, and other stakeholders visiting the court premises. This facility will be in force from 3rd July, 2023 onwards. This step forms the part of e-initiatives in the Supreme Court.
As per the circular issued in this regard, this service provision, as of now, will incorporate the Chief Justice’s Court, Court Nos. 2 to 5, the adjacent corridor and Plaza in front, both waiting areas in front of the plaza canteen and Press Lounge-I and II.
The circular further mentioned that the facility will be gradually extended to encompass all the Court Rooms and their corresponding areas, Bar Library-I & II, Ladies Bar Room, and Bar Lounge.
To avail the facility, users can log into the “SCI-Wi-Fi.” They will be then required to enter their mobile number and subsequently receive a One-Time Password (OTP) for authentication purposes.
References:
- Bar and Bench, https://www.barandbench.com/news/supreme-court-free-wi-fi, accessed 3 July, 2023.
- Live Law, https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/supreme-court-to-provide-free-wifi-in-its-premises-231678, accessed 3 July, 2023.
By: Saatvik, BBA LL.B. (Hons.). upcoming law student at Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, GGSIPU, Delhi, intern under legal vidhiya
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