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CJI Surya Kant Seeks Data On Pending Consumer Cases

CJI Surya Kant expressed concern over the growing backlog in consumer commissions, saying prolonged delays defeat their purpose of delivering speedy, affordable justice. The SC sought a nationwide report from the NCDRC detailing pending cases and disposal rates. State commissions were also asked to provide year-wise pendency data within two weeks.