An India Justice Report study reveals over 50,000 children remain stuck in slow juvenile justice processes, with 55 per cent of cases pending across Juvenile Justice Boards. Despite a decade of reforms, shortages in judges, oversight, data systems and child care facilities persist nationwide
Andhra Pradesh ranked second in the India Justice Report 2025, climbing from fifth in 2022. The state performed strongly in police and prison categories, achieved high women’s representation, and reported no prison overcrowding. Karnataka topped the ranking
