Huge Rush at Chandigarh District Court for Traffic Challan Lok Adalat

Special Lok Adalat Organized to Ease Traffic Challan Payments

A huge rush was seen at the Chandigarh District Court, Sector 43, as people gathered to pay their traffic challans during a special Lok Adalat. The event, which started on March 3, will continue until March 8, 2025 to help clear pending challans before the National Lok Adalat scheduled for Saturday.

Why Was This Special Lok Adalat Held?

The District Court authorities decided to conduct this week-long Lok Adalat to prevent overcrowding on a single day. Usually, during the National Lok Adalat, a massive rush is observed, especially for traffic challan payments.

Long Queues and Public Response

Dedicated counters have been set up within the District Court premises to handle the high volume of visitors. Many citizens are expressing frustration over CCTV-based traffic challans, claiming they were unfairly penalized.

Public Concerns Over CCTV Traffic Challans

Local residents, like Kishori Lal from Sector 43, have raised concerns that the traffic police should consider genuine cases before issuing challans. Many feel that the CCTV system might not always capture the correct context of traffic violations.

Virtual Court Option for Challan Payments

To avoid long queues, the District Court authorities are encouraging people to use the Virtual Court system. This online platform allows users to pay fines digitally, ensuring automatic disposal of the case. Those who wish to contest their challans can also appear before the court via video conferencing.

National Lok Adalat to Handle Multiple Cases

While this special Lok Adalat is focused on traffic challans, the upcoming National Lok Adalat will address various legal matters, including:

• Matrimonial disputes
• Cheque bounce cases
• Accident claims

Conclusion

With the rise in CCTV-generated challans, the special Lok Adalat is proving to be a relief for citizens, offering a dedicated time window to clear fines without hassle. Authorities continue to urge people to utilize the Virtual Court for quicker processing.