In a surprising turn of events, a consumer court in Delhi has adjourned a case until November, citing unbearable summer heat and inadequate facilities. The courtroom, lacking both air conditioning and coolers, became an untenable environment for proceedings.
During the hearing, President Suresh Kumar Gupta, along with members Harshali Kaur and Ramesh Chand Yadav, noted the extreme conditions: “Temperature is more than 40 degrees Celsius. There is too much heat in the courtroom, leading to sweating, making it difficult to hear arguments.”
Compounding the discomfort, the court also reported a lack of water for basic needs, such as using the washroom. Given these conditions, the forum decided to defer the case until November 21. The court also instructed that a copy of this order be sent to the Secretary-Cum-Commissioner for their awareness.
This incident highlights the persistent infrastructure challenges faced by courts, particularly lower courts and tribunals, in India. Even in the national capital, issues such as inadequate cooling and basic amenities continue to hamper the judicial process.
