The third session of Day 2 of the 2nd National Mediation Conference focused on the theme “Mediation in State Litigations.”

The session was chaired by Justice Aravind Kumar, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, and co-chaired by Justice Sunita Agarwal, Chief Justice of Gujarat High Court, and Justice Nitin Jamdar, Chief Justice of Kerala High Court.

Speakers emphasized that amicably mediated and mutually respected decisions are essential to strengthening government mechanisms. Officers were urged to act as state facilitators rather than rule-makers, with an emphasis on early dispute resolution.

Key discussion points included:

Strengthening government dispute management mechanisms

Role of mediation in policy implementation and public interest matters

Capacity building for government of

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