Who We Are
Established by the Government of Punjab to regulate and promote Alternative Dispute Resolution across the province.
The Punjab Alternative Dispute Resolution Authority (PADRA) is an autonomous body established under the Punjab Alternative Dispute Resolution Ordinance 2026. PADRA promotes access to justice by building a credible, professional and accessible ADR system in Punjab, including the accreditation of ADR service providers, centers and training institutes, in order to resolve civil and criminal disputes swiftly and economically outside traditional courtrooms.
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Legal Mandate
Constituted under the Punjab Alternative Dispute Resolution Ordinance 2026 as the body that accredits and monitors ADR service providers, ADR centers and ADR training institutes in Punjab.
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Reduces Court Burden
Resolves disputes through accredited professionals, easing judicial backlog.
Province-wide Access
Accredited centers and practitioners serving parties and Courts across Punjab.
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Confidential & Affordable
Private, cost-effective proceedings that keep disputes out of traditional litigation.