Delhi High Court Initiates Suo Motu Case For Effective Implementation On Remission And Release Of Convicts

The Delhi High Court has begun suo motu proceedings to monitor how the Delhi Government implements policies on remission and premature release of convicts. 

The Court has sought a detailed affidavit on all existing policies, circulars, and procedures governing remission. The matter will be heard in January 2026.

The Bench appointed Senior Advocate Siddharth Agarwal as amicus curiae. This follows the Supreme Court’s criticism of several States for delays in processing eligible convicts’ release.

The matter will now be heard on January 13, 2026.

[Court on its own motion v. State]