Fri Jun 27 19:42:40 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Kerala State Legal Services Authority (KeLSA) launched “Samayam,” a new scheme designed to help citizens resolve civil, matrimonial, monetary, and compoundable offense disputes at the police station level. The program is a collaborative effort with district police and aims to facilitate settlements and provide support to individuals navigating these legal issues.

**News Article:**

**Kerala Launches ‘Samayam’ Scheme to Settle Disputes at Police Stations**

KOCHI – The Kerala State Legal Services Authority (KeLSA) has unveiled “Samayam,” a groundbreaking initiative aimed at easing the legal process for citizens facing civil, matrimonial, monetary, and compoundable offense disputes. Launched on Friday, the scheme provides assistance and support to the public when approaching police stations with such cases, facilitating dispute resolution at the ground level.

The program is a collaborative effort between KeLSA and the district police. District Police Chief (Kochi City) Putta Vimaladithya and Rural Superintendent of Police M. Hemalatha jointly inaugurated the scheme, highlighting the commitment of law enforcement to supporting alternative dispute resolution methods.

“Samayam” aims to provide accessible legal guidance and support, enabling individuals to navigate the often-complex process of resolving these common types of disputes. With the support of KeLSA and local police, the scheme hopes to reduce the burden on the courts and provide quicker, more amicable resolutions for those involved.

Honey M. Varghese, District and Sessions Judge, presided over the launch event, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in promoting access to justice. KeLSA district secretary R.R. Rejitha, Chief Judicial Magistrate V. Sandeep Krishna, and Marlo Pallath, coordinator of the program, also spoke at the event, outlining the program’s goals and implementation strategies.

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