What happened: e-Sewa Kendras operational status across High Courts
The Ministry of Law and Justice reported the functional status of e-Sewa Kendras under the eCourts Mission Mode Project as on 30.06.2026. The reported figures cover e-Sewa Kendras operating in High Courts and in district court complexes. e-Sewa Kendras are described as citizen-centric facilitation centres with guided assistance for litigants and advocates.
What e-Sewa Kendras are meant to do
e-Sewa Kendras are intended to bridge the digital divide for users lacking adequate digital resources or digital literacy. The stated services include guided assistance for e-Filing and online payments, support to access Virtual Courts and video conferencing services, help in using accessible eCourts websites and portals, and guidance on free legal services through District Legal Services Authorities and High Court Legal Services Committees.
How e-Sewa Kendras are set up and funded
High Courts establish e-Sewa Kendras after consultation with the eCommittee, Supreme Court of India. Funds are released to the respective High Courts based on requirements. The number and location are determined based on the size, requirements, and geographical spread of court complexes to widen access to digital judicial services.
Related current affairs
- Odisha: Digitisation of Courts under the e-Courts Mission Mode Project (Phase III)
- The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary
- Expansion of judicial digital infrastructure (eCourts Mission Mode Project) – funding to High Courts of Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh
- Government expands digital justice and legal aid infrastructure in Odisha via eCourts, Tele-Law, NALSA and Gram Nyayalayas (with budget and district-wise status)