Delhi High Court Flags Repeated Absence of Centre’s Lawyers in Patent Cases, Seeks Urgent Fix

• Delhi High Court expressed serious concerns over frequent non-appearance of Central government lawyers in patent matters.
• Justice Jyoti Singh flagged the recurring absence of CGSC, leading to delays and closure of parties’ rights.
• Court warned of judicial action and escalation to the Union Ministry of Law and Justice if corrective steps are not taken.
• Judge suggested restructuring the panel of government lawyers and indicated proceeding ex parte if absences continue.
• ASG Chetan Sharma assured the Court of examining the issue and taking corrective steps.