Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench on Wednesday launched its official mobile application GHCKB App, aimed at making justice delivery more accessible, transparent, and citizen-friendly. The application was formally launched by Justice Ashutosh Kumar, Chief Justice, Gauhati High Court, in the presence of Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury, Judges of the Gauhati High Court at the Multi-Purpose Hall, Bar Room, Kohima.

Delivering the inaugural address, Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar said the Gauhati High Court Kohima Bench is the first High Court in the Northeast to launch such an application, emphasising that it was developed entirely in-house. He commended the ICT team for their work and noted that the Bench has adapted well to IT-driven systems.

Calling the application “citizen-friendly,” he said it provides real-time information, ease of tracking cases, and convenience for both lawyers and litigants. The Chief Justice highlighted that the app promotes transparency and allows people even from remote locations to stay informed about court proceedings. He remarked on the importance of the Bar using the app to its fullest potential, stating that technology becomes meaningful only when adopted regularly. He also noted that the app is backward-compatible and can be used across most devices.

Reflecting on his visit to the Hornbill Festival, the Chief Justice spoke about the spirit of brotherhood witnessed there and encouraged the legal fraternity to carry the same sense of camaraderie into professional life. He urged the young Bar to continue preparing their cases well, sharing an instance from court where a young lawyer promptly produced a judgment copy when referred to.

He reminded the gathering that the Kohima Bench has produced distinguished advocates, including those who rose to the Supreme Court, and encouraged the young advocates to continue giving their best. “You are not in a forgotten corner; you are part of the mainstream,” he said, adding that each step they take contributes to their growth.

In his welcome address, Ajongba Imchen, NJS, Registrar, Kohima Bench, said the presence of the Chief Justice reflected his continued support and concern for the Kohima Bench. He described the launch as a momentous occasion, stating that the mobile application would serve as a bridge between the Bench, the Bar, and litigants by making essential information easily available. He added that the initiative brings case details, orders, cause lists, and other court updates into a unified platform, strengthening transparency and empowering citizens.

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Delivering the opening remarks, Boduve Peter Resu, NJS, Joint Registrar (Judicial) & CPC eCourts Project, said it was his honour to welcome all present for the launch of the mobile application, describing it as a significant step towards a more accessible and transparent justice system for the people of Nagaland. He informed that the application had been developed entirely in-house by the Kohima Bench ICT team.

He noted that members of the public frequently seek guidance on how to access court orders, judgments, live-streaming links, and daily cause lists, which often feel daunting for ordinary citizens unfamiliar with legal procedures. “This application is a response to these practical difficulties,” he stated. The app, he added, is designed to benefit all sections of society, including the elderly and students and can be directly downloaded from the Google Play Store. The iOS version will also be made available soon. Calling the app a “living entity,” Resu said it will continue to grow with feedback from the Bar, litigants, and the public. He expressed gratitude to the Chief Justice and Judges for their presence and acknowledged the dedicated team behind the project.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Rajenlung, Joint Registrar, Gauhati High Court Kohima Bench.

A short video presentation was made demonstrating the key features of the app. Citing TRAI’s Telecom Dashboard (March 2025), it highlighted that 95.22% of internet subscribers in India access the internet through mobile devices, making mobile apps an essential tool for delivering timely and reliable information. The GHCKB App offers features such as daily cause lists, live-streaming of court proceedings, court display boards, real-time case status, access to both High Court and district court websites, a notice board, and a WhatsApp channel for updates. The app is currently available on the Google Play Store.