Supreme Court's SAMADHAN initiative resolves 1,712 cases, settles ₹240.94 crore

The Supreme Court's SAMADHAN SAMAROH 2026 initiative concluded on 23 August with a three-day Special Lok Adalat that resolved 1,712 cases, including 48 through mediation. The programme, conducted under Chief Justice Surya Kant's guidance, aimed to promote amicable dispute resolution across the nation.

During the three-day proceedings from 21 to 23 August, 3,285 cases were listed, of which 1,664 were settled or disposed. A total of ₹240.94 crore was settled during the period. The initiative began on 21 April 2026 with a structured pre-settlement process to identify pending matters suitable for consensual resolution, with litigants and counsel engaged in advance to explore settlement options.

Benches were presided over by Chief Justice Surya Kant, with Senior Judges, Senior Advocates, and Advocates-on-Record serving as members. Additional cases were resolved amicably between 21 April and 20 August without awaiting the special listing.