New Delhi : The Delhi High Court on Tuesday takes sou motu action in Rohini Court Shootout case. A bench of Chief Justice DN Patel and Justice Jyoti Singh issued notice to Delhi Police, Delhi government, and Centre as well as the Delhi High Court Bar Association and directed that suggestions in the form of an affidavit or a report be filed on the issue of maintaining security at courts.
Chief Justice said that the court wants an answer from the respondents for security at all court complexes in Delhi. He said, “We have taken suo motu cognizance of the incident which took place in Rohini court. This court wants valuable suggestions from respondents for security at all court complexes in Delhi.”
The bench said that there is a need of full proof entry system. Court need installation of metal detectors, under vehicle surveillance system, and proper training of police personnel.
Jailed gangster Jitendra Gogi and his two muggers posing as lawyers were killed inside the Rohini courtroom on September 24. The dramatic shootout, also saw the police fire bullets in retaliation, the officials had said.
Video footage of the incident showed policemen and lawyers rushing out in panic as gunshots rang out inside courtroom number 207.
The two gunmen dressed as lawyers are suspected to be members of rival Tillu gang, an official had said, adding that over 30 shots were fired.
On September 24, Chief Justice of India NV Ramana had expressed deep concern over the shootout inside the crowded Rohini courtroom and spoke to the Delhi High Court Chief Justice in this regard and advised him to talk to both police and the Bar to ensure that the functioning of the court is not affected.
The matter would be heard next on October 5.
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