SARIKA VERMA- 22 Aug, 2026
Samadhan Samaroh: Supreme Court’s Landmark Step Towards Mediation
Introduction
The Supreme Court of India has launched a historic initiative — Samadhan Samaroh 2026 — to embed mediation and consent-based dispute resolution into the heart of the justice system. With millions of cases pending across Indian courts, this program is a bold step toward faster, fairer, and more humane justice.
?? What is Samadhan Samaroh?
- Full form: Supreme Court Action for Mediated Adjudication and Disputes Harmonization Across Nation (SAMADHAN)
- Launch date: April 21, 2026
- Culmination: Special Lok Adalat held on August 21–23, 2026 at the Supreme Court
- Objective: To resolve disputes through dialogue, compromise, and mutual consent rather than prolonged litigation
? Key Highlights of 2026
- 400+ cases settled on Day 1 of the Special Lok Adalat
- 600+ cases listed before 16 Special Benches
- Bench composition: Two sitting Supreme Court Judges, senior advocates, Advocates-on-Record, and other lawyers
- Types of disputes resolved:
? Why It Matters
- Participative justice: Litigants actively shape the outcome.
- Reduced pendency: India faces 4.81 crore pending cases; mediation helps ease this burden.
- Cost & time savings: Avoids years of litigation and heavy legal fees.
- Institutional push: Justice P.S. Narasimha emphasized that mediation must become a permanent institutional process.
? Traditional Litigation vs. Mediation
| Aspect | Litigation | Samadhan Samaroh Mediation |
| Duration | Years/decades | Days/weeks |
| Cost | High | Lower |
| Decision-making | Judge decides | Parties decide |
| Outcome | Binding judgment | Amicable settlement |
| Emotional impact | Adversarial | Collaborative |
? How to Participate
- Google Form Submission: Litigants and Advocates-on-Record can submit cases online.
- One Stop Centre (War Room):
? Conclusion
Samadhan Samaroh is more than a one-time event — it is a vision for the future of justice in India. By prioritizing mediation, the Supreme Court is showing that disputes can be resolved not just legally, but humanely. This initiative is a beacon of hope for millions waiting for closure in the courts.
SARIKA VERMMA
ADVOCATE (COUNSEL)
UNION OF INDIA
MEDIATOR,SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
Thank You &
WARM REGARDS
TEAM SPC JUSTICE
& ASSOCIATES TEAM
