SHIMLA:
The fourth and final National Lok Adalat of the year 2026 is scheduled to be organized across all courts in Himachal Pradesh on December 12, 2026.
The mega legal event will be held under the esteemed patronage of Hon'ble Shri Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia, Chief Justice of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and Patron-in-Chief of the H.P. State Legal Services Authority (HPSLSA). It will proceed under the able guidance of Hon'ble Shri Justice Vivek Singh Thakur, Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and Executive Chairman of the HPSLSA.
Over 30,000 Cases Identified
Ahead of the upcoming Lok Adalat, different courts across the state have already identified approximately 30,000 cases for amicable settlement. These span both pre-litigation and pending categories, offering citizens a swift, cost-effective, and permanent alternative to prolonged courtroom trials.
Key Highlights and Digital Convenience
Digital Traffic Challan Payments: In a major push for citizen-friendly governance, an online facility for paying compounding fees through ePay (eCourts Digital Payment) has been made available specifically for motor vehicle challans and cases pending before Traffic Magistrates.
Wide Scope of Settlement: The Lok Adalat will entertain various civil and compoundable criminal cases, bank recoveries, motor accident claims, electricity and water bills, labour disputes, and matrimonial/family disputes (excluding divorce matters).
Appeal to the Public
The H.P. State Legal Services Authority has earnestly appealed to the general public, litigants, and stakeholders to come forward and utilize this opportunity to resolve their pending disputes amicably.
Settlements reached through the Lok Adalat save valuable time and money while fostering harmony, with awards holding the status of a final, binding civil court decree.
