Establishment and Jurisdiction

The Saket Court Complex started functioning on Saturday, the 28th of August, 2010. Subsequently, all Civil and Criminal cases pertaining to the South District and South-East District, previously handled at the Patiala House Courts Complex, were transferred to the jurisdiction of the Saket Court Complex.

Inauguration

The Saket Court Complex was formally inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice S.H. Kapadia, on the 28th of August, 2010, marking a significant milestone in the judicial infrastructure of Delhi.

Premises and Infrastructure

The total land area encompassing the Saket Court Complex spans 16.592 Acres, which is strategically divided into distinct zones:

• Court Complex: Encompassing an area of 12.592 Acres, this zone houses the judicial and administrative functions.
• Residential Complex: Spread across 4.000 Acres, Residential Complex.

Court Buildings and Chambers

The Saket Courts Complex comprises three principal Blocks, accommodating a total of 128 Court Rooms and various essential Administrative Branches, detailed as follows:

• Main Building: This central structure houses 82 Court Rooms, organized into three wings:
  • Central Hall: Located on the 3rd and 5th floors, accommodating the Courts of the Principal District & Sessions Judge (02 Court Rooms).
  • North Wing: Comprising 30 Court Rooms.
  • South Wing: Comprising 30 Court Rooms.
  • East Wing: Comprising 20 Court Rooms.
• New Court Building (Block-1 and Block-2): These two blocks, each housing 23 Court Rooms, totaling 46 Court Rooms, became operational on the 15th of September, 2022, further augmenting the judicial capacity of the complex.

Administrative Branches

The Administrative Branches serving the South District and South-East District are mostly located within the East Wing of the Main Court Building, facilitating efficient administrative processes:

• Ground Floor: Copying Agency
• 1st and 2nd Floor: Prosecution Branch
• 2nd Floor: Nazarat Branch and Stationary Branch
• 3rd Floor: Computer Branch, Record Room (South District), and Digitization Section
• 3rd Floor: Administration Branch, Judicial Branch, RTI Cell, Vigilance Branch, and other administrative offices for South and South-East Districts.
• 7th Floor: Record Room for Sessions, Civil, and Criminal cases of the South-East District.

Citizen and Advocate Facilitation

The Saket Court Complex prioritizes ease of access and information dissemination through dedicated facilities:

• e-seva Kendra and Facilitation Center: Situated at the main entrance of the Main Court Building, these centers address general queries from Lawyers and Litigants, providing essential guidance and support.
• Touch Screen e-kiosk: Located outside the e-seva kendra and connected to the local intranet (CIS Software), this facility enables Lawyers and Litigants to conveniently search case details by entering relevant case particulars.

Accessibility and Security

The entire Court Complex is designed to be disabled-friendly, featuring ramps and washrooms for differently-abled persons. Wheelchairs are also readily available upon request.

The Main Court Building is equipped with two basement parking levels that are under continuous CCTV surveillance, ensuring the safety and security of vehicles.

Lawyers’ Infrastructure

Adjacent to the North Wing of the Main Court Building is the Lawyers Block, providing essential facilities for legal professionals:

• Lawyers Chambers: Offering dedicated workspaces for advocates.
• Bar Office: Serving as the administrative hub for the Bar Association.
• e-filing counter for Hon’ble High Court of Delhi: Facilitating the electronic filing of cases for the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi.
• Post Office: Providing postal services within the complex.

Utility and Allied Services

A separate Utility Block houses crucial support services:

• Mediation Center: Offering a platform for alternative dispute resolution.
• Office of DLSA (South District and South-East District): Providing legal aid and services.
• State Bank of India: Providing banking services.