Nearly 1.20 lakh cases resolved during Lok Adalats in Nellore district
The Nellore district judiciary has successfully resolved nearly 1.20 lakh cases through Lok Adalats this year. A third National Lok Adalat is scheduled for September 12, 2026, to continue providing speedy justice for civil and compoundable criminal matters.
Why it matters
Lok Adalats are critical for reducing the massive backlog of cases in the Indian judicial system and providing accessible, cost-effective dispute resolution.
As many as 1,19,676 cases were resolved in SPSR Nellore district through compromise this year till August 30, 2026, said A. Narasimha Murthy, Principal District & Sessions Judge. He revealed that 66,425 cases were settled during National Lok Adalat held on March 14, 2026, and 53,251 cases were settled during the one held on July 11, 2026.
Noting that there are more than 54,590 cases — comprising 22,988 civil cases and 29,742 criminal cases — currently pending across all courts in the district, he said another National Lok Adalat will be held on Saturday (September 12, 2026).
The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, provides an opportunity to resolve various litigation matters — including civil cases and compoundable criminal cases — through Lok Adalat. Matters such as bank dues, municipal works, water bill arrears, and BSNL-related issues could be resolved through Lok Adalat before a formal lawsuit is filed in court.
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