Litigants Keeping Disputes Alive For Malafide Reasons Has Tendency Of Keeping Courts' Docket Heavy: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court highlighted prolonged case pendency due to litigants' enmity, which unnecessarily prolongs litigation. The court emphasized the need for parties to resolve disputes amicably or through mediation to reduce burden on judicial resources. Such delays often stem from personal animosity, hindering timely resolution. The judgment underscores the importance of Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms in easing court backlog caused by avoidable litigation, advocating for more proactive use of mediation and reconciliation processes in civil disputes.