Thiruvananthapuram:The Kerala High Court is emerging as a model institution by expeditiously clearing long-pending cases. Compared to previous years, the Court is currently functioning at a record pace in the disposal of matters. While 1,02,963 cases were disposed of in 2024, the number has risen to 1,09,239 cases in 2025 so far—reflecting an increase of over six per cent in case disposals this year.
A Collective Effort Behind the Achievement
This significant accomplishment is widely attributed to the warm and effective cooperation between the Bench and the Bar, coupled with meticulous planning. The dedication and hard work of judges and advocates alike have infused renewed energy into the justice delivery system.
Judges with the Highest Case Disposals
Justice P. V. Kunhikrishnan: 15,026 cases (ranked first for the second consecutive year)
Justice C. S. Dias: 8,713 cases
Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas: 7,627 cases
Justice C. P. Mohammed Nias: 5,936 cases
Efforts to Overcome Persistent Challenges
Despite this remarkable progress in case disposal, the backlog of pending cases continues to pose a challenge. At present, approximately 2.07 lakh civil cases and more than fifty thousand criminal cases remain pending, the majority of which are over a year old.
To address issues such as staff shortages and procedural complexities, efforts are underway to further streamline and strengthen modern mechanisms like e-filing. Even as the inflow of cases continues to rise, the Court’s current pace of functioning offers substantial relief and reassurance to the general public.