SARVESH MATHUR vs THE REGISTRAR GENERAL HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA

The Supreme Court of India directed various High Courts and tribunals to provide data on the use of video conferencing and hybrid hearings amid the ongoing pandemic. The court sought information on the number of hearings conducted via video conferencing and whether any courts are refusing such hearings. The order emphasizes the importance of remote judicial proceedings for ensuring access to justice during extraordinary circumstances. The court's focus is on assessing the implementation and challenges of virtual hearings across different judicial bodies.