How Many Cases Were Settled in the 3rd National Lok Adalat?

New Delhi, Sep 13 (NationPress) In a remarkable achievement, over 2.42 crore cases have been concluded nationwide during the 3rd National Lok Adalat of 2025, which took place on Saturday, according to a statement from the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).

Under the stewardship of Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai, who is also the NALSA Patron-in-Chief, and Justice Surya Kant, a Supreme Court Judge and NALSA Executive Chairman, the Lok Adalat was conducted in Taluks, Districts, and High Courts across 29 States and 8 Union Territories.

Preliminary reports collected until 6:30 p.m. indicated that 2,42,55,036 cases had been settled, comprising 2,10,44,809 pre-litigation issues and 32,10,227 pending cases.

The total settlement amount surpassed Rs 7,817.62 crore. The statement also noted that the final numbers are expected to rise once all reports from the various State Legal Services Authorities are gathered.

The Lok Adalat managed a wide array of disputes, including criminal compoundable offences, plea bargaining, revenue and bank recovery cases, motor accident claims, cheque dishonour cases, labour and employment disputes, matrimonial matters (excluding divorce), land acquisition references, intellectual property rights disputes, consumer issues, electricity and water bill disputes, traffic challans, and other civil cases.

“With numerous benches operating simultaneously throughout the country, individuals from various backgrounds were able to find resolutions to conflicts that might have otherwise lingered in courts for years,” the statement emphasized.

The NALSA underscored that the success of the Lok Adalat lies not only in the impressive figures but also in the trust that citizens place in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

“From familial disagreements to commercial disputes, the settlements demonstrate a growing culture of dialogue over discord and the understanding that justice can be both expedient and amicable,” it added.

In its statement, NALSA reiterated its commitment to closing the gap between justice and citizens, especially for the marginalized and vulnerable, while striving for “a future where amicable resolution becomes the primary option, not the last resort.”

National Lok Adalats, conducted four times annually, form part of a nationwide initiative by NALSA to offer accessible, affordable, and effective dispute resolution.

This initiative holds significant importance for minor legal issues that could otherwise stagnate in courts for extended periods.