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The Supreme Court today commenced a special week-long Lok Adalat, allowing media cameras inside courtrooms for the first time. Its aim is to settle pending cases and reduce backlog, with the first seven benches participating. The Chief Justice encouraged lawyers to bring suitable cases for amicable resolution, emphasizing the benefits of this informal, technology-driven method.
The Supreme Court will launch a six-day special Lok Adalat to address 10,000 cases without charge, aiming to alleviate the backlog of 65,000 cases. This unprecedented initiative emphasizes amicable settlements facilitated by legal experts, accessible through video conferencing, aiming to reduce court workload and facilitate swift, cost-effective dispute resolution.