Motorists in the national capital who have been delaying the payment of their pending traffic challans now have a limited opportunity to resolve them conveniently. A National Lok Adalat is scheduled to be held across Delhi on May 9, 2026, providing vehicle owners with a chance to close old challans through an expedited process, often at reduced penalties.
Delhi Lok Adalat on May 9: Key Venues and Timings
The Lok Adalat will operate in all major district court complexes in the city, including Tis Hazari, Karkardooma, Saket, Patiala House, Rohini, Dwarka, and Rouse Avenue. The proceedings will take place between 10 am and 4 pm, offering individuals the flexibility to visit a court that is convenient or relevant to where the challan was issued.
Delhi Lok Adalat on May 9: How to Enroll
To participate, prior registration is mandatory. The registration window opens from May 4 and will continue until May 7, starting daily at 10 am. Applicants need to book their slot through the Delhi Traffic Police's official portal. Authorities have capped the number of challans at 50,000 per day, with an overall limit of 2 lakh cases for this Lok Adalat. Once registered, motorists must download and print their challan along with the appointment slip carrying the token number, which will be required at the venue.
Not all offences will be considered. The initiative focuses on traffic violations such as riding without a helmet, not wearing a seat belt, overspeeding, jumping signals, and improper parking. However, serious offences like drunk driving, hit-and-run incidents, and major accidents are excluded. Only challans issued up to January 31, 2026, are eligible for settlement during this session.
On the day of the hearing, individuals are required to carry all necessary documents and report at their allotted time. A judicial officer will review the case, and depending on the nature of the offence, may reduce the penalty or waive it in certain cases. If a fine is imposed, it must be paid immediately at the court. Once the process is completed, the challan is cleared from the system.
