1. Event Overviews

• Event Name: How to Reduce the Backlog of 30 million Litigation Matters in Our Courts?
• Event Location: Virtual
• Event Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpNF_JPQeb8&t=635s
• Event Date & Time: 7th February 2021, Sunday, 11 AM IST
• Event Purpose: The purpose of this event is to highlight the urgent need to address India’s staggering backlog of 30 million pending court cases, which is severely impacting individual lives, national well-being, and economic progress. Through a panel discussion featuring eminent legal and policy experts, the event aims to explore actionable solutions such as legal reforms, increased use of technology, alternative dispute resolution methods, and systemic changes in court operations. The goal is to chart a path towards resolving these cases within five years and accelerating India’s journey toward becoming a First World nation.

Chief Guest:

• Full Name: V.C. Daga
  
• Designation: Former Justice
• Organization: Bombay High court

Panelist:

• Full Name: Faruk Kotwal
  

• Designation: Advocate, Lecturer, Ex-Judge, Member- District Legal Service Committee
• Organization:  Member- District Legal Service Committee, Sangli

Panelist:

• Full Name: Aaron Solomon
  
• Designation: Managing Partner
• Organization: Solomon & Co.

Panelist:

• Full Name: Sambhav Ranka
  
• Designation: Senior Partner
• Organization:   IC Universal Legal

Panelist:

• Full Name: Pooja Terwad
  
• Designation: Founder, Startup Lawyer,Investor, Business Strategist, Fundraising Advisor
• Organization:   The Startup Gig 

Panelist:

• Full Name: C J Joveson
  
• Designation: Practising Lawyer
• Organization:   Bombay High Court

3. Host & Moderator

• Full Name: Navneet Chugh
  
• Designation: Chairman, ILA & Managing Partner
• Organization: Chugh LLP

4. Event Conclusion / Key Outcomes

• Summary of Key Highlights or Achievements: The panel discussion brought forth powerful insights from all the eminent speakers, who deeply analyzed the multifaceted issue of India’s 30 million pending court cases. Each speaker shed light on practical solutions—ranging from legal reforms and enhanced use of technology to alternate dispute resolution methods and structural judicial changes. The session was skillfully moderated by Mr. Navneet, who ensured a focused and engaging dialogue throughout. The event was further enriched by the presence of former Bombay High Court Justice Mr. V.C. Daga, who graced the session as the Chief Guest and shared his valuable perspectives on the current state of the judiciary and the path toward systemic reform.