New Delhi: Delhi residents seeking resolution to their legal disputes and a chance to settle outstanding traffic fines now have updated dates to mark on their calendars. The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) has announced significant date changes for both the First National Lok Adalat and a subsequent Special Lok Adalat for traffic challans, offering fresh opportunities for swift justice and potential waivers.
The First National Lok Adalat, initially scheduled for the Second Saturday, March 14, has been officially postponed. This change comes in light of a notification from the Registrar General, High Court of Delhi, declaring March 14th as a Court sitting day for all subordinate courts.
Under the directive of the Executive Chairman, DSLSA, the National Lok Adalat will now be held on Sunday, March 22, 2026. This mega event will take place across all Delhi District Court Complexes, including Tis Hazari, Karkardooma, Patiala House, Rohini, Saket, Dwarka, and Rouse Avenue. Beyond the district courts, the Lok Adalat will also convene at the High Court of Delhi, Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs), Permanent Lok Adalats, the Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, and the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions.
This wide-ranging initiative aims for the settlement of all types of civil and criminal compoundable cases, with the sole exception of divorce cases.
Action for litigants (National Lok Adalat):
Litigants whose cases are pending should move an application for listing their matters in the National Lok Adalat before their concerned Court(s)/Forum(s)/Tribunal(s) at the earliest. For pre-litigative matters (disputes not yet filed in court), applications can be submitted to the office of the undersigned (DLSA) promptly. All concerned Courts, Forums, Tribunals, and stakeholders have been requested to inform their respective litigants and parties about this crucial date change.
Special Lok Adalat for traffic challans moves to April 5
In related news, the Special Lok Adalat specifically dedicated to the disposal of traffic challans has also seen a date revision. Originally scheduled for April 11, 2026, this popular event will now be organized earlier, on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
This offers Delhi’s motorists another window to clear their pending fines with a potential waiver of up to 75 per cent on eligible challans (though waiver percentages can vary by state).
Key details for traffic challan Lok Adalat
Challan availability: A maximum of 50,000 challans/notices are being made available for download each day from 10:00 am, having started on February 9, 2026, until an overall limit of 2 lakh challans is reached.
How to download your challan slip:
Scan QR Code No. 1 for a step-by-step guide.
Scan QR Code No. 2 or visit https://traffic.delhipolice.gov.in/lokadalat for direct download.
Crucially, vehicle owners must download and PRINT their challans/notices in advance. No printout facilities will be available at the court premises on the day of the Lok Adalat.
Court visit details: Your downloaded challan slip will specify the exact Court Complex, Court Number, and the Lok Adalat timing you need to adhere to for settling your challan.
Online application option: Citizens can also scan the provided QR code, select the online Lok Adalat application, fill out the form, upload necessary documents, and submit it. A token number will then be sent via email or phone.
Eligible challans: The focus remains on minor violations such as overspeeding, signal jumping, and parking offences.
Ineligible challans: Serious offences like drunk driving, hit & run cases, and accident cases involving injury are not eligible for settlement in this Lok Adalat.
Challan limit: For private vehicles, a maximum of 2 challans + 5 notices can be settled.
Mandatory registration: All participants must register via the NALSA website to take part.
Both the general National Lok Adalat on March 22nd and the Special Traffic Challan Lok Adalat on April 5th represent significant opportunities for Delhiites to resolve legal issues and clear fines efficiently. Litigants are strongly advised to take note of the new dates and follow the prescribed procedures to ensure their participation.