Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Punjab and Haryana High Court Considers Expansion Options
The Punjab and Haryana High Court needs more space.
They're looking at different ways to get it.
One idea is to build more courtrooms where they already are, but that would be expensive and take a long time because they need permission from a special group (UNESCO).
Another idea is to move the court somewhere new, like to a place called Sarangpur or an IT park.
There's also the possibility of using land that used to be a furniture market.
The people who work at the court are talking about what to do, and they will make a decision soon.
Punjab and Haryana High Court considers options for expansion due to space constraints.
Three options are under consideration: expanding within the current campus, relocating to Sarangpur or an IT park, and using land freed after a furniture market relocation.
Expanding on the existing campus would cost approximately Rs 200 crore and require UNESCO clearance.
Relocating to Sarangpur (48 acres, Rs 350 crore) or an IT park is being assessed for feasibility.
The Bar Association is deciding whether to move out of the current complex, influencing the final decision.
- Who
- The Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Union of India, Bar Association, and UNESCO are involved.
- What
- The Punjab and Haryana High Court is considering options to address space constraints and expand facilities.
- When
- The matter was heard on Wednesday, and the next hearing is scheduled for August 22.
- Where
- The court complex in Punjab and Haryana, considering options in the current campus, Sarangpur, IT park, and a site near Sectors 53–55.
- Why
- To address space constraints and provide more courtrooms and facilities.
Stakeholders Favoring In-Situ Expansion
Stakeholders Favoring Relocation
Expansion vs. Relocation
Stakeholders Favoring In-Situ Expansion
Proponents suggest expanding within the existing campus, which would minimize disruption.
Stakeholders Favoring Relocation
Those against in-situ expansion cite the need for UNESCO clearance and the disruption to parking and construction.
- Court
- Punjab and Haryana High Court
- Issue
- Space constraints
- Expansion within current campus cost
- Rs 200 crore
- Sarangpur land
- 48 acres
- Sarangpur project cost
- Rs 350 crore
- Next hearing
- August 22