#Virtual Court Appearance

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that parties in family disputes may appear and file documents electronically via video conferencing under CPC Section 24, removing geographic and mobility barriers to justice. This sets a binding precedent for Family Courts across the state to accommodate vulnerable litigants without compromising procedural integrity or confidentiality.

Orissa High Court rules that a deserted wife’s financial constraints and distance from court warrant transferring matrimonial proceedings to the nearest forum, ensuring access to justice. The court permitted virtual appearances and mandated timely disposal while recognizing the wife’s maintenance case under BNSS as an additional factor.