Jalandhar News (Pawan Dhupar): As per the directions of the National Legal Services Authority and Punjab State Legal Services Authority, and under the guidance of Mr. Nirbhow Singh Gill, Ld. District & Sessions Judge-cum-Chairperson, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Jalandhar, the National Lok Adalat was held today at Judicial Court Complexes in Jalandhar, Phillaur, and Nakodar.
All categories of cases, including civil, matrimonial, MACT, compoundable criminal matters, traffic challans, pre-litigative disputes of banks, financial institutions, BSNL, PSPCL, and revenue-related cases were taken up in the Lok Adalat.
Sharing details, Mr. Nirbhow Singh Gill informed that 26 benches were constituted across Jalandhar, Phillaur, and Nakodar. A total of 53,083 cases were taken up, out of which 52,238 were successfully disposed of through compromise, resulting in settlement awards worth Rs.130.18 crore. Both Mr. Gill and Mr. Rahul Kumar, Ld. CJM-cum-Secretary, DLSA Jalandhar, inspected the benches in Jalandhar during the proceedings.
Emphasizing the significance of such forums, the Chairman DLSA stated that Lok Adalats provide speedy justice as decisions are based on mutual compromise, are final, and cannot be appealed. He added that Lok Adalats not only foster brotherhood but also ensure refund of court fees to applicants.
Highlighting the continued efforts of DLSA, Mr. Rahul Kumar said that Lok Adalats are organized regularly to facilitate amicable settlements.
He urged people to approach Lok Adalats for resolution of disputes and informed that further details or queries can be addressed through the toll-free helpline 15100. He also announced that the next Lok Adalat will be held on December 13, 2025.
On this occasion, Mr. Aditya Jain, President DBA, and Mr. Rohit Gambhir, Secretary were also present.
