The Supreme Court is introducing “Samadhan Samaroh,” an initiative led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, to promote the amicable resolution of pending cases. Scheduled from August 21 to 23, the program aims for “doorstep delivery of justice” by facilitating settlements through mediation and Lok Adalat mechanisms. With 45,098 identified cases, the initiative focuses on reducing pendency through consensual dispute resolution.
Highlighting the importance of the initiative, the Supreme Court Bar Association circular emphasized the significant step towards encouraging consensual dispute resolution in suitable matters. Advocates are urged to actively participate in the process by identifying cases that can be resolved through mediation, essential for the initiative’s success. The Bar body stressed the cooperation and proactive involvement of advocates in making the initiative successful.
The Bar Association requested advocates to participate wholeheartedly in the settlement process and share case details or categories fit for resolution via email. A Google Form link will be circulated soon for advocates to submit case details for consideration under the initiative. A high-level meeting chaired by CJI Surya Kant, with the presence of top court judges and legal representatives, discussed the initiative’s implementation on April 21.
