Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Talks About New Eco-Friendly Court Buildings in Delhi

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud expressed his happiness about new court buildings in Delhi focusing on heat island mitigation and reducing environmental footprint. He emphasized the importance of infrastructure reflecting climate change realities, noting Delhi’s record-breaking weather in 2024.

New Court Buildings

The new GRIHA-rated buildings will feature greenery, shaded facades, natural sunlight diffusion, and rainwater harvesting. These measures aim to create an inclusive judiciary with universal accessibility and structural safety features.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

CJI Chandrachud shared a story about physicist Stephen Hawking’s visit to India, highlighting the importance of permanent accessibility measures. He stressed that accessibility should be an inherent part of building design, not an afterthought.