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A Call to Action: Mediation for Government Disputes in India 2024

  In a recent article published by The Hindu , a headline caught primetime attention: "PM’s stay in Mysuru hotel threatens legal action for non-settlement of bills of over 80 lakh" . The story described how a significant amount of dues had accumulated from the Prime Minister's visit to Mysuru, leading to potential legal action against the government for the unpaid bills. This situation, while seemingly minor in the grand scheme of things, highlights a much larger issue within our governance system: the inefficiency and backlog created by unresolved government disputes. Government Disputes: An Overview Government disputes involve cases where one party involved in the litigation is the government itself. These disputes can range from issues related to property, licenses, taxes, contracts, construction projects, and more. Due to the fear of internal inquiries, audits, and political witch hunts, government officers often prefer litigation over mediation, even when mediati