New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Union Cabinet’s approval of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) will ensure faster justice.
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the continuation of the CSS for FTSCs, including exclusive POCSO Courts, for a further period of five years with effect from April 1, 2026.
“From less delay to faster justice,” Modi said in a post on X.
5 years (FY 2026–27 to FY 2030–31, ending March 31, 2031)
Total of Rs. 3,788.04 crore, comprising a Central Share of Rs. 2,353.15 crore (funded via the Nirbhaya Fund) and a State/UT Share of Rs. 1,434.89 crore.
Increases functional Fast Track Special Courts from 779 to 850 courts across participating States and Union Territories. Expedited trials and time-bound disposal of pending rape cases and offenses under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
- A specialized Special Public Prosecutor assigned exclusively to each FTSC.
- One Judicial Officer and six support staff per court.
- Encourages the setup of Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centres (VWDCs) and child-friendly court spaces.
- Performance tracking via the FTSC Dashboard, periodic progress reports, and coordination with High Courts and State Governments.
