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Patna HC orders National Lok Adalat May 9 to settle Bihar traffic challans faster
Politics
Published on 8 May 2026
Courts push for security and online payments to stop chaos
The Patna High Court has directed arrangements for a National Lok Adalat on May 9, 2026, to help citizens settle pending traffic challans under Bihar’s One-Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme. Authorities must provide accessible venues, online payment facilities, and sufficient security and parking to handle large crowds and prevent external interference during the settlement process.
- National Lok Adalat set for May 9, 2026 in Bihar
- Focus is settling pending traffic challans under a one-time scheme
- Patna HC directs online payment options and better access
- Security and parking arrangements expected to manage crowd risk
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