Agartala | Staff Reporter, Tripura 24.in
In a major push towards the speedy disposal of pending legal cases and reducing judicial backlog, the first Mega Lok Adalat of the year was successfully organized this Saturday. The special session took place at the premises of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Court of West Tripura in Agartala.
Focus on Swift Justice
The Mega Lok Adalat was specifically designed to settle a large volume of pending cases through mutual compromise and simplified legal procedures. The primary categories of cases addressed during today’s session included:
- Motor Vehicles (M.V.) Act Cases: Traffic violations and vehicle-related disputes.
- Tripura Police (T.P.) Act Cases: Petty offenses and minor criminal litigations.
- T.G. Act & Excise Law Cases: Matters related to gambling and excise duty violations.
High Court Chief Justice’s Visit
The significance of the event was highlighted by the visit of the Hon’ble Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Tripura, T. Amarnath Goud. The Chief Justice personally inspected several benches within the CJM court complex to oversee the proceedings.
During his visit, Justice Goud interacted with judicial officers, advocates, and litigants. He expressed satisfaction with the efficiency of the settlement process and emphasized that Lok Adalats serve as a vital tool for providing “justice at the doorstep” without the burden of long-term litigation costs and delays.
Impact on the Judicial System
Legal experts noted that the Mega Lok Adalat significantly eases the pressure on regular courts. By settling thousands of minor offenses in a single day, the judiciary can focus more effectively on complex and high-priority criminal and civil trials. Hundreds of citizens expressed relief as they were able to resolve long-standing legal hassles through spot settlements and nominal fines.
The event saw active participation from the West Tripura District Judiciary, members of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), and representatives of the Bar Association.
