Allahabad High Court Expresses Concern Over Lack of Assistance from State Law Officers

The Allahabad High Court has flagged a "serious concern" regarding the consistent lack of proper assistance from government lawyers, which is reportedly hindering the administration of justice.

The Bench noted that state counsel often fail to provide timely instructions or case details. This inefficiency was attributed to a severe shortage of Class III and IV support staff within the State Law Office.

Directing the UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission to expedite the recruitment process for vacant positions.

Emphasizing that the Court cannot be forced to wait indefinitely for government responses, the Bench warned that such delays contribute significantly to case pendency.

[Subedar Yadav v. State of U.P & Ors.]