Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Chittoor National Lok Adalat Identifies 28,890 Cases For Settlement
A National Lok Adalat was held in Chittoor to help people settle legal disagreements peacefully.
It took place at the district court and courts in all 13 mandals.
Officials identified about 28,890 cases that might be settled.
Notices were sent to both sides in each case.
Thirty groups of judges and officials, called benches, handled the matters.
They considered cases involving loans, cheques, family issues, accidents, and other civil disputes.
Settling a case this way can save people time and money.
The decisions reached through these settlements are final and cannot be appealed.
The National Lok Adalat was held at Chittoor district and courts across all 13 mandals on Saturday.
Officials identified approximately 28,890 cases and issued notices to both contesting parties.
Thirty benches were established, including four at the District Court and a specialized motor accident compensation bench.
Eligible matters included cheque-bounce disputes, bank loan recoveries, domestic violence claims, civil suits, and maintenance petitions.
District Judge Aruna Sarika said Lok Adalat settlements are free, save time and money, and are final without further appeal.
- Who
- District Judge Aruna Sarika, the District Legal Services Authority, and parties to approximately 28,890 cases.
- What
- A National Lok Adalat was conducted to facilitate free and amicable settlements of eligible legal disputes.
- When
- Saturday; the article does not provide a specific date.
- Where
- The Chittoor district court and courts across all 13 mandals of Chittoor district.
- Why
- To resolve disputes quickly and harmoniously while saving litigants time and financial resources.
- Cases identified
- Approximately 28,890
- Location
- Chittoor district, including all 13 mandals
- Benches established
- 30, including four at the District Court
- Organized under
- The Supreme Court, the National Legal Services Authority, and the State Legal Services Authority
- Case types
- Pre-litigation matters, cheque-bounce disputes, bank loan recoveries, domestic violence claims, civil suits, and maintenance petitions
- Settlement status
- Awards are final and carry no provision for further appeal
- Additional programme activity
- Financial assistance documents were distributed to eligible beneficiaries