New Delhi, Jan. 19 -- The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday emphasised the role of district courts in the Indian judicial system.

Addressing a gathering in the national capital, where he was felicitated by the office bearers of 13 Bar Associations of Delhi, the CJI said, "Justice does not primarily reside in appellate level courts. True justice resides in the grassroot level courts."

During his address, Justice Surya Kant said the district courts were wrongly defined as lower courts. "When I was informed that this program would be organised by all the associations, I was very keen to come," CJI said.

Last week, he was felicitated by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA).

While recalling his days at the trial cou...