National Lok Adalat to be Held in Haryana on March 8

The Haryana State Legal Services Authority has officially announced that a National Lok Adalat will be held across all districts of Haryana on March 8, 2025. This alternative dispute resolution forum aims to help citizens resolve their legal matters through mutual agreement rather than conventional court proceedings. 

Wide Range of Cases to Be Heard

According to a spokesperson for the Haryana State Legal Services Authority, the National Lok Adalat will hear and settle a diverse range of cases including:

• Check bouncing cases (under the Negotiable Instruments Act) 
• Money recovery matters
• Criminal cases eligible for legal compromise
• Accident claim cases (Motor Accident Claims Tribunal)
• Labor and employment disputes 
• Electricity, water, and other utility bill cases 
• Matrimonial disputes
• Maintenance cases
• Land acquisition matters
• Service-related cases
• Revenue matters
• Other civil and criminal cases

Lok Adalat will provide citizens with an opportunity to resolve long standing legal issues through mediation and compromise rather than prolonged litigation.

How to Register Cases for Resolution

The spokesperson explained that individuals interested in settling their cases through the Lok Adalat should approach the court where their case is currently pending. They can do this on any working day (excluding holidays) until March 7, 2025, to have their case considered for resolution. 

"Cases submitted for consideration will be resolved on March 8, 2025, during the National Lok Adalat based on mutual agreement between the parties involved," the spokesperson stated. This one-day event aims to reduce the backlog of cases in the regular court system while providing faster justice to citizens.

Benefits of Lok Adalat Resolution

Resolving cases through Lok Adalat offers several advantages, including:

• Speedy justice with minimal procedural requirements
• No court fees and refund of fees already paid
• Final and binding decisions with no appeal
• Cordial resolution through mutual consent
• Reduction in pending litigation 

The decisions made by the Lok Adalat have the same legal status as court decrees, making them enforceable by law. 

Additional Information and Contacts

For those seeking more information about having their cases heard at the National Lok Adalat, the spokesperson advised contacting the nearest District Legal Services Authority. These authorities can provide guidance on the procedure and eligibility of cases for resolution through this alternative dispute resolution mechanism.

The National Lok Adalat is part of the judiciary's ongoing efforts to ensure access to justice for all citizens while reducing the burden on the regular court system. Similar events are organized periodically throughout the year to address various categories of cases.