Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses the National Conference on “Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms

Newdelhi:8/11/25:Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the National Conference on “Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms” at the Supreme Court of India today. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Shri Modi stated that being present among all attendees on this important occasion was truly special. He remarked that strengthening the legal aid delivery mechanism and the programme associated with Legal Services Day will provide new strength to India’s judicial system. The Prime Minister extended his best wishes to all for the 20th National Conference. He also greeted the dignitaries present, members of the judiciary, and representatives of the legal services authority.

Prime Minister highlighted another important aspect of legal aid that he frequently emphasizes: justice must be delivered in a language that is understood by the recipient. He stated that this principle must be considered at the time of drafting laws. When people comprehend the law in their own language, it leads to better compliance and reduces litigation. He stressed the need for judgments and legal documents to be made available in local languages. Shri Modi commended the Supreme Court’s initiative to translate over 80,000 judgments into 18 Indian languages. He expressed full confidence that this effort will continue at the High Courts and district courts as well.

Concluding his address, the Prime Minister urged all stakeholders in the legal profession, judicial services, and justice delivery system to envision the future of India’s justice delivery when the nation identifies itself as a developed country. He emphasized the need to collectively move in that direction. The Prime Minister congratulated NALSA, the entire legal fraternity, and all those associated with justice delivery, and extended his best wishes to everyone for the event.

The Chief Justice of India, Justice Shri B.R. Gavai, Union Minister Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, and other dignitaries were present at the event.

Background

The National Conference on “Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms” is a two-day Conference, organised by NALSA, deliberating on key aspects of the legal services framework, such as the Legal Aid Defense Counsel System, panel lawyers, para-legal volunteers, permanent Lok Adalat, and the financial management of legal services institutions.