UDHAMPUR, MAY 15: In compliance with directions of the Member Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir Legal Services Authority, Sub-Judge/Secretary District Legal Services Authority Udhampur Sumati Sharma today convened a meeting to review arrangements for the forthcoming Special Lok Adalat for cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
The meeting was attended by Chief Judicial Magistrate Rekha Kapoor Nischal, Sub-Judge/Special Mobile Magistrate Pooja Raina, Munsiff JMIC Neena Thakur, Additional Special Mobile Magistrates Akash Deep and Rishabh Koushal.
During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held regarding the smooth and effective conduct of the Special Lok Adalat. The officers emphasized identifying and facilitating amicable settlement of pending cheque bounce cases to ensure speedy and efficient justice delivery.
The judicial officers also discussed necessary arrangements, coordination mechanisms and strategies to maximize disposal of eligible cases through mutual consent and settlement.
They highlighted the importance of encouraging litigants to utilize the Lok Adalat mechanism for expeditious, cost-effective and peaceful resolution of disputes.
The Secretary DLSA reiterated the commitment of the Legal Services Authority towards strengthening alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and ensuring accessible justice for all sections of society.
