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New Delhi : The functioning of and hearing in by the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) shall remain suspended till May 3, 2020. The feasibility of working on certain days already declared as holidays or vacation shall also be considered once the functioning begins.
It may be mentioned here that in the press note issued on April 14, 2020, by the Government, it was mentioned that the possibility of functioning of the Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal would be examined after April 20, 2020, depending on the decision which the government may take as regards the lockdown.
The government announced the relaxation of conditions of lockdown in respect of certain activities. They are aimed at ensuring the transport and supply of essential commodities in particular foodgrains; apart from the measures to provide livelihood to the poorer sections. The offices are permitted to function in a highly restricted manner without permitting entry of, or any physical contact with, the public in general, according to a PIB release.
The information received so far has also revealed that the High Courts are not functioning and exceptional cases are dealt with through video conferencing. In almost all places, the Benches are located at hotspots. The representatives of Bar have also expressed their difficulty in filing or pursuing the cases in this situation.