Bombay HC Introduces New Video Conferencing Guidelines for Court Hearings

The Bombay High Court has announced the implementation of new video conferencing rules for judicial proceedings across Maharashtra, Goa, and the Union Territories of Daman and Diu, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The guidelines will take effect on December 29, 2024. 

Key highlights of the new regulations include the official recognition of video conference hearings as formal judicial proceedings.

Participants will be required to provide government-issued identity proof or other personal details to participate.

The rules strictly prohibit unauthorized recording of the proceedings to ensure the integrity and security of the virtual hearings.

The introduction of these rules marks a progressive step towards integrating technology into the judicial process, ensuring that proceedings remain transparent, secure, and accessible to all parties involved.