Tripura Judiciary Promotes Alternative Dispute Resolution with 40-hour Mediator Training Camp
Chief Justice of the High Court of Tripura Aparesh Kumar Singh inaugurated a mediator training camp at the Tripura Judicial Academy in Narsingarh on Tuesday.
During the inauguration, the Chief Justice emphasized mediation has the potential to resolve 60 to 65 percent of cases currently filed in courts. He noted that while the traditional legal system plays a crucial role in delivering justice, mediation offers a more efficient and cost-effective resolution process. Significantly, he pointed out that a law degree is not a prerequisite for mediator training, opening avenues for individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute to conflict resolution.
Justice Singh also highlighted that Tripura’s tribal communities have long relied on their customary laws to resolve disputes, indicating that alternative dispute resolution is deeply rooted in the region’s cultural fabric.
Justice Arindam Lodh, speaking at the event, lauded mediation as a process where both parties emerge as winners. He emphasized that mediation not only helps in reducing the burden on courts but also fosters a culture of amicable settlement. He further highlighted the role of trained mediators in resolving disputes at an early stage, reducing emotional and financial stress on litigants.
Justice Lodh also underscored the importance of strengthening alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, highlighting the Supreme Court’s ongoing efforts through the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) to promote mediation within the legal framework.
Justice Lodh stressed the importance of trained mediators in expediting dispute resolution. “With trained mediators, we can solve disputes at an early stage, reducing the emotional and financial stress on litigants and promoting a more cooperative legal environment,” he said.
Justice Amarnath Gaur echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that structured training significantly enhances the skills and effectiveness of mediators. The event saw the participation of several esteemed Justices, including Justice Sabyasachi Dutta Purkayastha and Justice Biswajit Palit. Notably, twenty-one women from different sections of society took part in the five-day training program, reflecting a growing interest in mediation as a tool for community justice.
The welcome address was delivered by Jhuma Dutta Chowdhury, Member Secretary of the State Legal Services Authority. The event was attended by Tripura High Court Justices Sabyasachi Dutta Purkayastha, Justice Biswajit Palit, and others. Twenty-one women from various sections of society participated in the five-day training program.
Notably, the 40-hour mediator training program, organized by the Tripura State Legal Services Authority in association with the State Mediation Committee, aims to equip participants, including judicial officers, lawyers, and legal professionals, with essential skills and techniques necessary for effective mediation.
The mediator training covers principles of mediation, communication techniques, negotiation strategies, ethical considerations, and practical case simulations to ensure that participants gain hands-on experience in resolving disputes.
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