Bombay High Court directs Goa government to provide air conditioning for court support staff

The Bombay High Court bench at Goa ordered the State government to extend air conditioning facilities to 452 supporting staff in district courts, including stenographers, clerks, and peons.

The Division Bench emphasised that supporting staff form the backbone of the judiciary and deserve equal working conditions as judges and lawyers.

The Court highlighted the necessity of proper infrastructure for efficient justice delivery and a comfortable work environment.

The State must ensure the facilities are installed within six months, even if it requires additional power or expenditure, to uphold equality and improve the judicial system's functionality.