Archive · 27 Sep 2025
Kerala High Court Relocates to New Judicial City
The Kerala government is building a new 'Judicial City' for the High Court.
This is like building a new home for the court, in Kalamassery.
The current court in Kochi is too small and difficult to expand.
The new complex will have courtrooms, offices, and a library.
The new location will have better access and space.
The new complex is planned to have 3 towers and will cost a lot of money.
Some lawyers are unhappy about moving away from Kochi.
The Kerala Cabinet approved the Judicial City project in Kalamassery.
The project aims to address space constraints and congestion at the current High Court.
The new judicial city will be built on 27 acres of land.
The Judicial City will have multiple court halls and associated infrastructure.
The Kerala High Court Advocates’ Association has expressed concerns about the relocation.
- Who
- Kerala government and High Court officials
- What
- Approved a new judicial complex (Judicial City) in Kalamassery to relocate the Kerala High Court.
- When
- Approved on September 24, by Kerala Cabinet.
- Where
- Kalamassery (new location), Kochi (current location).
- Why
- Address space constraints, congestion, and environmental restrictions at the current location.
Concerns Raised by KHCAA
Government Rationale
Relocation
Concerns Raised by KHCAA
The Kerala High Court Advocates’ Association (KHCAA) is concerned about relocating the High Court away from Kochi city, citing potential inconvenience.
Government Rationale
The move is intended to address space constraints, congestion, and environmental restrictions at the current location.
- Project Name
- Judicial City
- Location
- Kalamassery, near Kochi
- Estimated Cost
- Rs 1,000 crores
- Land Acquisition
- 27 acres of HMT land
- Proposed Structure
- Three towers
- Current High Court Location
- Marine Drive, Kochi