Published on, Sept. 29 -- September 29, 2025 11:21 AM

The Allahabad High Court, once known for its legacy of great jurists including Jawaharlal Nehru, is now in the news for a very different reason - an overwhelming backlog of cases.

With more than one million cases pending, it is one of the most burdened courts in India. From property disputes to criminal trials, thousands of people in Uttar Pradesh are stuck in legal limbo for decades.

Take the example of Babu Ram Rajput, 73, a retired government worker. He bought land in 1992, but a legal challenge left his case unresolved for over 30 years. "I just hope my case is decided while I'm still alive," he says.

The court has a sanctioned strength of 160 judges, but seats are rarely fille...