Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud highlighted the role of Lok Adalats as alternative dispute redressal mechanisms, emphasizing that people often seek settlements due to their frustration with prolonged court matters. Lok Adalats amicably settle disputes and cases pending in courts or at the pre-litigation stage, with no appeal allowed against mutually accepted settlements.

Chandrachud noted that the court process itself can feel like punishment, making settlements appealing. He commended the cooperation from the Bar and the Bench in establishing Lok Adalats at every stage. Each Lok Adalat panel includes two judges and two advocates to ensure shared ownership.

The CJI stressed that the Supreme Court, though located in Delhi, serves the entire nation. Efforts have been made to bring officers from across India into the Registry, enhancing inclusion and diversity.

The special Lok Adalat week began with seven benches, which expanded to thirteen due to high demand. This initiative, celebrating 75 years of the Supreme Court, aimed to facilitate amicable settlements in suitable pending cases and reduce case backlogs, bringing justice closer to people's lives.

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud highlighted the role of Lok Adalats as alternative dispute redressal mechanisms, emphasizing that people often seek settlements due to their frustration with prolonged court matters. Lok Adalats amicably settle disputes and cases pending in courts or at the pre-litigation stage, with no appeal allowed against mutually accepted settlements.

Chandrachud noted that the court process itself can feel like punishment, making settlements appealing. He commended the cooperation from the Bar and the Bench in establishing Lok Adalats at every stage. Each Lok Adalat panel includes two judges and two advocates to ensure shared ownership.

The CJI stressed that the Supreme Court, though located in Delhi, serves the entire nation. Efforts have been made to bring officers from across India into the Registry, enhancing inclusion and diversity.

The special Lok Adalat week began with seven benches, which expanded to thirteen due to high demand. This initiative, celebrating 75 years of the Supreme Court, aimed to facilitate amicable settlements in suitable pending cases and reduce case backlogs, bringing justice closer to people's lives.