Court proceedings and judicial processes in the country are often slowed due to inefficiencies resulting from manual paper-based work. But this may soon change. The justice sector commits to developing comprehensive case management systems across key institutions. It is one of the three transformative pledges that 11 justice institutions signed today in Thimphu. Her Royal Highness Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck graced the pledge signing ceremony.
Guided by His Majesty The King’s vision and inspired by the Great Fourth’s timeless legacy, eleven institutions of the Justice Sector commit to three transformative pledges—a promise born from the aspirations of the Bhutanese people for a just, modern, and compassionate nation.
The Justice Sector unites in a national pledge of gratitude and renewal to celebrate the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Great Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and commemorates the Coronation Day of His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Currently, most justice institutions rely heavily on paper-based documentation, which often leads to delays and difficulty in tracking case progress.
Officials say the lack of a centralised and automated system has also made it challenging to share information across agencies.
In an effort to modernise and streamline the country’s justice system, the Justice Sector is set to transition from traditional paperwork to digital case management.
The initiative aims to replace time-consuming manual processes with integrated digital systems that will improve coordination, speed, and transparency in handling cases.
“In the justice sector, one of our biggest challenges is the heavy reliance on paperwork. That’s why we have prioritised developing a digital case management system to move away from manual processes. Within a year, once the system is complete, we will be able to work seamlessly across all justice institutions through the system,” said Ugyen Wangdi, Assistant DEAN, Wisdom Centre for Justice.
The next phase will focus on data integration, allowing seamless information sharing between institutions for a more connected and transparent justice system.
The other pledges include establishing a JusTech and Innovation Centre for research and collaboration, and introducing a mandatory continuing legal education programme for legal professionals to strengthen public trust in the legal profession and ensure high-quality legal services.
These pledges, to be fulfilled by November 2026, mark the Justice Sector’s effort to strengthen justice services in the country.
Sangay Chozom
Edited by Phub Gyem
