Lahore High Court Launches Mobile App for Real-Time Hearing Updates

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has introduced a new smartphone app, marking a major move towards enhancing transparency and public access to court hearings.

Under the leadership of Chief Justice Aaliya Neelum and spearheaded by Additional Registrar IT, Jamal Ahmed, the LHC has introduced a new smartphone app designed to provide real-time updates on court hearings.

This innovative platform allows users to keep up with court proceedings via instant notifications and comprehensive updates accessible on the High Court’s official website and mobile app. This initiative seeks to connect the judiciary with the public, making vital information easily accessible with just a click.

Chief Justice Aaliya Neelum entrusted the responsibility to the Additional Registrar IT, Jamal Ahmed. This will position LHC as the exclusive high court in Pakistan responsible for implementing this facility. Other courts across the nation might follow suit in the future, but only time will reveal what happens next.

Using a mobile app to monitor court case hearings can provide numerous advantages. Individuals can conveniently check case updates at their leisure, from any location, eliminating the need for a court visit. It ought to promote enhanced transparency in judicial proceedings by delivering real-time updates. This will also streamline the process, minimizing the necessity for regular trips or phone calls to the court.

Furthermore, it ought to enhance the accessibility of legal information for the public, particularly for individuals in remote locations. Additionally, it aims to enhance communication among courts, attorneys, and parties involved in litigation, thereby boosting overall efficiency and reducing expenses related to travel and documentation for case management.

While the app is still a work in progress and not available just yet, it creates an exciting anticipation for something that could significantly enhance the judicial system in Pakistan.