In a significant step towards enhancing the transparency and efficiency of the judicial process, the Agra police Commissionerate has launched the Commissionerate Courts Monitoring System (CCMS).

This advanced digital portal developed under the supervision of Agra police commissioner J Ravinder Goud, is aimed to revolutionize the way court cases are monitored and managed, providing real-time access to vital information for both citizens and police officers.

“Strengthening our motive of people centric policing, this is for the first time in UP such an initiative has been implemented. We have been working on the project for over the past several months. Various stake holders including technical experts, cops and common people were consulted before the CCMS portal was launched on Wednesday,” said DCP Sonam Kumar, an engineering graduate from Delhi University, who played a key role in development of the online system.

Talking to TOI, commissioner said, “The CCMS portal enables citizens of Agra to easily access information about pending cases and upcoming hearing dates. With just a click, they can retrieve this information from the comfort of their homes using their desktop, laptop, or mobile devices. For police officers, the portal provides real-time monitoring capabilities, allowing them to track court cases under various sections. This feature ensures that cases are managed efficiently and that hearing schedules are closely monitored”.

“The CCMS portal promotes the digitalization of court processes, offering a secure and seamless way to maintain and access court records online. Presiding officers can easily retrieve and download these records whenever needed. The portal also includes a feature that monitors surety bonds provided in court cases registered under various sections of BNS, helping to prevent and address issues related to false surety bonds. Furthermore, the system facilitates the oversight of preventive actions taken at police stations under various sections of the CrPC and BNSS, ensuring that these actions are transparent and thoroughly documented,” the officer said.

The launch of the CCMS has been met with widespread approval from the public. Local resident Priya Sharma, who accessed the portal, expressed her satisfaction, saying, “The CCMS is a game-changer. It’s so convenient to check the status of court cases online, and it saves us a lot of time and effort.”

Social rights activist Naresh Paras praised the initiative, stating, “This is a significant step towards transparency in the judicial process. The ability to monitor court proceedings in real-time will greatly benefit both citizens and law enforcement.”

Lawyer Anirudh Singh said, “CCMS is expected to reduce the backlog of pending cases. By providing timely information and updates about proceedings of commissionerate courts, the system helps to hold all parties accountable and encourages punctuality in the legal process”.

In addition to its immediate benefits, the CCMS is part of a broader initiative to digitize public services. As part of the government’s Digital India campaign, such technological advancements aim to enhance citizen engagement, improve service delivery, and foster a culture of accountability within law enforcement and judicial organizations, commissioner said.