Mega Lok Adalat to be Held in Bhatkal on September 13: Over 1,500 Cases Identified for Settlement
Bhatkal | August 23, 2025: In a significant move aimed at promoting speedy and amicable resolution of disputes, a Mega Lok Adalat is scheduled to be held on September 13 at the Taluk Court Complex in Bhatkal, under the guidance of the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority and the District Legal Services Authority.
Speaking to the media, Kanta Kurani, Senior Civil Judge and President of the Taluk Legal Services Committee, urged litigants to take advantage of this opportunity to resolve eligible cases through mutual settlement. “The Lok Adalat will address compoundable civil and criminal cases, offering litigants a chance to end long-pending disputes without the burden of extended litigation,” he said.
With the cooperation of the Bar Association, a total of 1,508 cases have already been identified for resolution during the upcoming session. However, officials expect this number to rise as more litigants register their cases in the coming days.
Judge Kurani emphasized that cases will be taken up only with the consent of both parties, ensuring fairness in every settlement. He also noted that any case resolved through Lok Adalat becomes final and binding, with no scope for appeal. Additionally, court fees paid will be refunded, providing further relief to litigants.
“Settling disputes through compromise not only saves time and expenses but also helps maintain harmony between the parties involved, contributing to a healthier societal environment,” he added.
Eligible Case Categories for Lok Adalat:
- Compoundable IPC criminal cases
- Cheque bounce cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act
- Bank loan recovery matters
- Motor Vehicles Act violation cases
- Maintenance and alimony cases
- Land acquisition compensation disputes
- Execution petitions
- Motor accident compensation claims
- Other civil and criminal compoundable cases
Litigants with eligible cases are encouraged to approach their respective advocates or directly contact the Taluk Legal Services Committee, located within the court premises, for registration and further guidance.
Also present during the media briefing were Deepa Aralagundi, Secretary of the Taluk Legal Services Committee and Principal Civil Judge, and Judge Dhanavati, Additional Civil Judge.
