KISHTWAR: In accordance to the National Calendar and under the auspices of the J&K Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kishtwar organized the 2nd National Lok Adalat of calendar year 2024, here in the district Kishtwar. The event was executed under the diligent supervision and guidance of Chairman DLSA Manjeet Singh Manhas.
The 2nd National Lok Adalat dealt with a diverse array of cases, including Criminal Compoundable cases, Matrimonial cases, Maintenance disputes, Civil matters, Recovery suits, MACT Cases, Pre-Litigation disputes, and others. Two benches were constituted to facilitate the proceedings.
The first bench, presided over by Manjeet Singh Manhas Principal District and Sessions Judge and comprising Naveed Khurshid, Deputy Chief LADC, diligently addressed a substantial number of cases. Simultaneously, the second bench, led by Mahmud Anwar Al-Nasir, Chief Judicial Magistrate and Sanveer Singh Assistant LADC, also adjudicated numerous cases with precision and impartiality.
In total, 209 cases were brought before the Lok Adalat, with an impressive resolution rate of 147 cases across various categories. Notably, a commendable sum of Rs 2,35,132 was awarded to claimants in Bank Cases and other matters, underscoring the efficacy and significance of the Lok Adalat in delivering timely justice and amicable settlements.