National Lok Adalat on 13 September 2025: Settle Your Pending Cases and Traffic Challans Easily

On September 13, 2025, the National Lok Adalat returns,, presenting an important opportunity for citizens across India to settle pending legal proceedings in a single day. The National Lok Adalat is meant to assist the people of India in getting justice quickly, amicably and inexpensively – it can serve as a great alternative to lengthy legal battles and overwhelming costs. 

The Lok Adalat will look to adjudicate and resolve pending traffic challans, civil matters, matrimonial issues, cheque bounce cases, labour disputes, and motor vehicle accident claims, amongst other matters. All settlements reached at the Lok Adalat are legally binding and tend to provide leniency on amounts owed or penalties against individuals, which can result in considerable savings of either time and or money. The Lok Adalat program is a novel initiative on the part of the judiciary, in its efforts to reduce the large number of pending cases across all Indian courts, all while giving the people of India timely relief!

What is National Lok Adalat?

National Lok Adalat is an organized national event hosted by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and State Legal Services Authorities (SLSAs) to facilitate speedy and affordable access to justice. Lok Adalats are held quarterly, and all pre-litigation and pending cases are discussed. 

The purpose of the National Lok Adalat is:

• To combat the growing number of pending cases in court.
• To provide a vehicle for dispute resolution without having to endure costly and lengthy litigation.
• To provide citizens with a simple way to settle disputes.

Why This National Lok Adalat is Being Held? 

Indian courts are experiencing huge case backlogs; the majority of which are cases with little disputes, unpaid fines and compoundable offences that clog up the court system and affect the ability to deliver justice in more serious matters.

The National Lok Adalat on 13th September 2025 is being organized to:

• Reduce Backlog: Settle lakhs of small cases all in one day.
• Encourage Amicable Settlement: Support parties in amicable resolution of all disputes without unnecessary delay from prolonged judicial proceedings.
• Reduce Cost to Citizens: Enable citizens to save outlaying on legal fees, fines, and penalties.
• Provide Timely Justice: Bring quick relief to people who have been waiting for settlement for years. 

Through these sessions, the Judiciary intends to provide justice to all in a way that is accessible, affordable, and efficient.

What Will Be Covered on 13 September 2025?

The 3rd National Lok Adalat of 2025, which will hold on 13 September, will include:

• Traffic Challans: You can settle your pending fine often with some concession.
• Cheque Bounce Cases: You can settle pending Section 138 NI Act cases amicably.
• Civil Disputes: Money recovery, property disputes, contract disputes, etc.
• Matrimonial Disputes: Except divorce cases.
• Motor Accident Claim: To get quicker resolution for compensation.
• Labor & Employment Disputes: Including wage related and compensation issues.
• Utility Bills: Pending electricity, water and other service bills.
• Criminal Compoundable Offences: minor offences that are compoundable in nature professed as per law.

Why You Should Not Miss This Lok Adalat

• Lower Penalties & Quick Resolution: A lot of matters, especially traffic challans and tickets, are resolved for a lot less.

• No Long Court Days: Most matters are resolved the same day.

• Legal Validity: All settlements have legal standing and bind all parties.

Eligibility Requirements for the 13 September 2025 National Lok Adalat

1. Nature of Cases:

• Pending Cases: Cases already pending in court, including civil cases, criminal (compoundable offence) cases, matrimonial cases, worker dispute claims, and motor accident related cases. 
• Pre-Litigation Cases: Disputes that are in contention but have not yet reached the court, such as disputes over unpaid bills, cheque bounce incidents, or non-payment of loans. 

2. Traffic Challans: 

• Applicable for pending challans that are unable to be settled. Applicable for cases pending in traffic court or before a local traffic authority.
• Most however only involve minor aspects, such as overspeeding, no helmet, or jumping a traffic light. 

3. Compoundable Offences only: 

• Only criminal offences that are compoundable in law can be settled here. 

4. Voluntary Participation: 

• Both parties must willingly and voluntarily participate in an amicable resolution to the dispute for the case to be considered.

5. Necessary Documentation:

• Valid ID proof (Aadhar, Driving License, etc.),
• Case/Challan particulars (Notice, FIR, Chalan Copy, etc.)
• Evidence items relevant to the dispute.

Check: Virtual Court Challan Payment Guide: How to Pay Online or Offline

How to Pay Traffic Challan in Lok Adalat 13 September 2025

If you have a pending traffic challan status, you can pay it during the National Lok Adalat on 13 September 2025 and get relief on the payment of fines. Below is a general outline on how the challan payment process proceeds in Lok Adalat; 

1. Check the Challan 

You have to check the information on your challan notice, or visit the traffic police website to verify your challan status. You can also see if you have any pending challans using the CarInfo E Challan online page. It works instantly. 

2. Visit the Lok Adalat 

Go to the district or taluka court specified in the notice. Don’t forget to take

•  Challan copy,
•  ID (Aadhar, Driving License), and 
• supporting documents.

3. Conciliation and Settlement 

• Your challan case will be taken up before the Lok Adalat bench.
• In most cases, a reduced penalty amount is offered as a one-time settlement.

4. Make the Payment

• Pay the settlement amount directly at the Lok Adalat counter (cash, DD or digital payment options based on the local arrangements).
• Get your payment receipt, which is evidence of the legal settlement.

5. Records Update

Once settled, your challan will be indicated as “closed” and no further action will be taken against you. Status will typically be updated on the official traffic portal in some days.

Also Know: ₹34,200 Crore in E-Challans Still Unpaid: What Every Vehicle Owner Must Know

Where Will It Be Held?

The National Lok Adalat will be held in every state and union territory on 13 September 2025. There will be benches set up in each district and taluka court in order to process cases. 

Here is a small sample of confirmed sessions:

• Patiala, Punjab: Traffic challans, money recovery, matrimonial and labor disputes.
• Kodagu, Karnataka: Pre-litigation cases such as cheque bounce, bank recovery, and utility bills.
• Kupwara, J&K: 3rd National Lok Adalat of the year announced for the district.
• Dharwad, Karnataka: Civil, criminal and accident claim cases will be included.

How to Check and Pay Your E-Challan Online via CarInfo (No Court Visit Needed)

• Visit CarInfo E Challan Page or open the CarInfo app.
• Enter your vehicle number.
• View all your pending challans with details.
• Pay securely via UPI, card, wallet, or net banking.
• Get an instant digital receipt—status updates on the govt portal in 24–48 hrs.

How to Stay Updated

• Check SLSA Websites: Each state has up-to-date schedules and guidelines for venues, etc.

• Follow Traffic Police Social Media Pages: Traffic police may remind you about Lok Adalats on their pages.

• Check local news & newspapers: Dates and advertisements are often posted just days before.

Conclusion 

The National Lok Adalat scheduled for 13 September 2025 is not just another legal event ; it’s a national movement to promote legitimate justice sooner, cheaper, and easier! Whether you have outstanding traffic challans, civil disputes, or minor criminal matters, this is a great opportunity to resolve them all in one day. So mark your calendars and don’t miss out!