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4,500 Cases Settled in Poonch Lok Adalat; CRPF Holds Medical Camp

The first National Lok Adalat of 2026 in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, successfully settled approximately 4,500 cases through mediation and mutual consent. Principal District and Sessions Judge Ahsan Malik emphasized the initiative's role in providing instant relief to litigants and reducing the burden on mainstream courts. In a separate development, the 72 Battalion of the CRPF organized a free medical camp in the remote hilly area of Jamola in Rajouri. Commanding Officer Jitendra Singh Yadav stated the camp addressed healthcare access issues and that the battalion plans further civic action and de-addiction programs.

Key Points: J&K Lok Adalat Settles 4500 Cases, CRPF Medical Camp

  • 4500 cases settled via mutual agreement
  • Part of nationwide Lok Adalat initiative
  • Aims to reduce court backlog
  • CRPF holds medical camp in remote Jamola
  • Civic action and de-addiction programs planned
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J-K: National Lok Adalat settles 4,500 cases in Poonch

Over 4,500 cases resolved in Poonch's National Lok Adalat for speedy justice. CRPF 72 Battalion conducts medical camp in remote Rajouri area.

"We disposed of almost 4500 cases, which were of different natures... It also provides people with instant relief. - Ahsan Malik"

Poonch, March 15

The first National Lok Adalat of 2026 was organised at the Poonch Court in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, where around 4,500 cases of various categories were settled through mutual agreement, providing litigants with speedy resolution of disputes.

The National Lok Adalat was conducted as part of a nationwide initiative aimed at resolving pending disputes through mediation and compromise, thereby reducing the burden on regular courts.

Speaking about the proceedings, Principal District and Session Judge of Poonch District Court, Ahsan Malik, said that the Lok Adalat was organised across India, as it will play an important role in settling disputes amicably.

"The National Lok Adalat has been organised all over India... At Lok Adalat, we try to reach a mutual settlement through mediation to reduce the burden on the main courts. We disposed of almost 4500 cases, which were of different natures... It also provides people with instant relief... People trust Lok Adalat and come to settle their matters, making it quite successful," Malik said.

The Lok Adalat initiative aims to make justice more accessible and reduce the backlog of cases in courts by promoting settlements outside the traditional trial process, he said.

Meanwhile, the 72 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) organised a free medical camp on March 12 in Jamola, a remote hilly area of Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jitendra Singh Yadav, the Commanding Officer of the 72 Battalion CRPF, stated, "This medical camp has been organised by the 72 Battalion. We have organised these camps in other places also, because this is a very remote area, and people might not get the proper medical facilities."

He also mentioned that in addition to medical camps, the battalion is conducting other civic action programmes and plans to carry out de-addiction programmes in various locations.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Speedy justice is a fundamental right. It's heartening to see such efforts in remote areas like Poonch. The combination of legal aid and the CRPF's medical camp shows a holistic approach to development in J&K. Well done!
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Priya S
Mutual settlement is always better than a long, costly court battle. It saves time, money, and relationships. My uncle had a property dispute settled in a Lok Adalat last year and he was very satisfied. Hope they conduct these more frequently across all districts.
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Rohit P
While the number 4500 sounds impressive, I hope the settlements were fair and not rushed just to clear the backlog. Sometimes, in the pursuit of 'speedy justice', the weaker party might feel pressured to agree. The process must be transparent.
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Vikram M
The CRPF medical camp in Jamola is equally important. Often, news from border areas is only about security. It's good to see civic action programs. Health and justice – both are pillars of a stable society. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
This is the real 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' in action. Taking institutions of justice and healthcare to the doorsteps of people in remote hilly areas. Makes me proud. More such initiatives are needed in all union territories and states.

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