Andhra CM Naidu Calls for Tech and ADR to Improve Justice Access

Swift Summary:

• andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the importance of the ‘Ease of Justice’ system for delivering timely justice during the national Mediation Conference in Visakhapatnam on September 5, 2025.
• the conference was jointly organized by ACIAM, Trilegal, and National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal.
• Mr. Naidu highlighted mediation and arbitration as key components of Choice Dispute Resolution (ADR) and stressed their historical roots in India.
• He noted advancements such as virtual hearings, e-filing systems, multilingual tools, and mobile filing options that enhance judicial accessibility.
• Recalling examples from mythology and his personal life experiences, Mr. Naidu praised customary mediation practices while urging adoption of innovative solutions to further improve justice delivery mechanisms.
• andhra Pradesh has attracted notable investments recently; establishing accessible ADR systems is critical for handling disputes amidst this growth.
• Supreme Court Judges P.S. Narasimha and Surya Kant; Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court D.S. Thakur; Vice-Chancellor of NLIU Prof. Surya Prakash attended the event.

Indian Opinion analysis:

The focus on ease of access to justice through mechanisms like mediation reflects growing recognition that conventional court-based proceedings can be slow and resource-intensive.By emphasizing ADR methods rooted in technology-along with India’s own rich tradition-Mr. Naidu suggests a pragmatic approach that may better align with modern economic demands where expedited conflict resolution is crucial.

Andhra Pradesh’s recent investments underline another dimension: rapid industrialization often leads to complex legal disputes requiring fast resolutions beneficial to both investors and local communities. Establishing robust ADR systems could help mitigate litigation challenges while supporting business confidence.

Importantly, these discussions occur against the backdrop of broader judicial reforms across India aimed at addressing delays without compromising fairness or transparency-a reassuring note underscored by participants’ acknowledgment during this conference.

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