In a moment that perfectly captured the clash of tradition and technology, an Indian courtroom session held virtually turned unexpectedly viral — not because of a landmark judgment, but thanks to one small, forgotten detail: the judge’s webcam was still on.
What was supposed to be a routine online hearing under the Digital India initiative took a comical turn when the Hon’ble judge, believing he had turned his camera off, began sipping tea and casually discussing cricket scores with someone off-screen — all while lawyers and petitioners waited in stunned silence (and later, stifled giggles).
The clip, now circulating across social media platforms with hashtags like #JudgmentDay and #ZoomZappedJustice, has turned into an internet sensation. Netizens are calling it “The most relatable WFH moment — judiciary edition.”
One lawyer, who was present during the session, said:
“Your Lordship was so relaxed, we thought we joined the wrong meeting. But no, it was justice… just unplugged!”
While no sensitive information was leaked and proceedings resumed shortly after, legal professionals are calling for better training in digital court protocols — and perhaps a quick lesson on the location of the mute and camera buttons.
Welcome to Digital India Justice 😂
— ShoneeKapoor (@ShoneeKapoor) October 15, 2025
Court is online… but judge forgot it’s LIVE! ☠️
When tech meets tradition
— and the camera off button loses the case! 🤣 pic.twitter.com/1GbfOFQ6w7
The High Court’s IT cell has since issued a light-hearted reminder to all staff and judiciary members:
“In virtual court, the robe isn’t the only thing that must stay on — remember the camera too!”