Centre pushes states to settle cheque bounce, land cases via mediation
Mint·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
India's central government has directed state chief secretaries to resolve cheque bounce and land acquisition cases through mediation under the Mediation for Nation 2.0 campaign. Over 8 million cheque bounce cases are pending across high courts, with Allahabad high court alone holding 3.25 million cases. The initiative aims to reduce court pendency by settling legally compoundable disputes mutually. Legal experts support the move but highlight implementation challenges regarding state authority and decision-making powers.
Key Entities
Centre/Government of IndiaState chief secretariesMediation for Nation 2.0 campaignNational Legal Services AuthoritySupreme Court Mediation and Conciliation Project CommitteeAllahabad High CourtCheque bounce casesLand acquisition disputes