Tripura Takes Lead in Mediation Drive Reducing Court Backlogs through Alternative Dispute Resolution
Agartala, July 15: In a bid to reduce court case backlogs, the Tripura State Legal Services Authority has referred over 1,000 cases to nine mediation centres across the state. This initiative is part of a special 90-day mediation drive that began on July 1, 2025, under the joint efforts of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee of the Supreme Court of India. The cases being taken up for mediation include matrimonial disputes, Motor Vehicle Compensation claims, consumer complaints, business conflicts, eviction notices, inheritance matters, and debt recovery cases. Mediation, distinct from traditional court proceedings, involves trained mediators helping both parties negotiate and arrive at a mutually agreeable solution. Notably, Tripura has expanded its pool of mediators to include individuals from diverse backgrounds, including religious leaders, tribal chieftains, and professionals from various fields. A special 40-hour training programme conducted in April trained 75 new mediators, adding to the state's total of over 200 certified mediators. This initiative reflects Tripura's commitment to reducing judicial pendency and promoting accessible, community-based dispute resolution mechanisms.
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