Coronavirus: Soon, there will be virtual courts, says SC Judge DY Chandrachud

In view of coronavirus, the Supreme Court on Monday said that "soon, there will be virtual courts".

Supreme Court judge Justice DY Chandrachud said, "In trial courts, it is very difficult because challenges there are different. Our intention is that court should not be the place where infection spreads."

"Chief Justice Of India (SA Bobde) is constantly in touch with all high courts. We have taken the first step. The next step would be the filing will be digital and virtual courts."

"There should be voluntary compliance by the lawyers, litigants and every one whoever comes to court."

Apex court has "consulted medical experts from Apollo, Fortis.”