Panel Discussion on ADR in India at a Crossroads

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About the Event

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms have long been heralded as efficient and effective avenues for justice in India. However, a complex and seemingly contradictory landscape has emerged. On one hand, there's a significant governmental push for institutional reform in ADR, particularly emphasizing arbitration, with discussions around the need for "right talent" in "Arbitration Appeal Tribunals to yield results" (as highlighted in a recent Livemint discussion). This indicates a clear intent to strengthen and streamline the arbitration ecosystem.

On the other hand, we observe a starkly contrasting tendency, exemplified by recent reports like the "Delhi government's PWD remov[ing] arbitration clause from contract conditions to cut losses" (as reported by Hindustan Times). This move, driven by concerns over financial losses in past arbitration cases, shifts dispute resolution back to traditional courts, potentially undermining the very…