Lack of Air Connectivity Hindering Lawyers’ Access to Higher Courts, Says Madhya Pradesh High Court

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has highlighted the absence of direct air connectivity to cities like Jabalpur as a significant hurdle for lawyers needing to appear before the Supreme Court or other High Court benches.

The Court noted that poor transport infrastructure delays justice, increases litigation costs, and hampers professional efficiency.

It urged the state and central governments to improve air links, emphasising that accessibility is crucial for the legal fraternity and litigants. The remarks came during a hearing on infrastructure challenges affecting judicial functioning.

The Court listed the matter for further hearing on September 9, 2025.

[Nagrik Upbhokta Margdarshak Manch v UOI]