New Delhi: The Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee (MCMP) of the Supreme Court of India, recently concluded an extensive 40-hour Mediation Training Programme for presiding officers of Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) and senior executives of Public Sector Banks. The event was held from September 24 to 28, 2025, at the Additional Building Complex, Supreme Court of India, aiming to bolster alternative dispute resolution (ADR) skills within financial adjudication.
Key Focus Areas of the Programme
The training programme addressed the growing importance of mediation as a dispute resolution practice. It covered several essential topics:
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The core concept and process of mediation.
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Comparative analysis of the judicial process versus ADR methods like negotiation, conciliation, and mediation.
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The stages of mediation, the pivotal role of mediators, and effective communication strategies within mediation sessions.
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The importance of negotiation and bargaining skills for successful dispute resolution.
Stakeholder Roles and Legal Frameworks
Participants also examined the specific roles played by referral judges, lawyers, and disputing parties in mediation. Special emphasis was placed on cases managed under the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy (RDB) Act, 1993, and the SARFAESI Act, 2002, which are central to the functioning of DRTs and recovery proceedings for Indian banks.
Positive Reception and Impact
The presiding officers and senior bank officials who attended expressed appreciation for the comprehensive content and practical training offered. They commended DFS and MCMP for organizing an effective and relevant programme, recognizing its value in improving dispute resolution and expediting financial case settlements.
Conclusion of Mediation Training
This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing mediation capacity and ADR mechanisms in India’s financial sector. As mediation gains international acknowledgment for fostering consensus-based outcomes, such training is expected to yield long-term improvements in resolving debt recovery and banking disputes.
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Source: PIB
