Free legal help on WhatsApp for property and divorce queries

A large part of India’s “justice gap” is not about spectacular trials; it is about everyday legal confusion—property paperwork, succession disputes, tenancy conflicts, maintenance claims, domestic violence remedies, and the first intimidating step of choosing the right forum.

- ‘TDG NETWORK

That is the space Nyaya Setu is designed to target.

As reported by multiple outlets, the Ministry of Law and Justice has rolled out Nyaya Setu on Whats App, positioning it as a free, chat-based gateway to legal information and access to professional assistance. Users message a dedicated number on WhatsApp (appearing as “Tele-Law” in several reports), complete a basic verification flow, and navigate options for legal advice, information, and assistance.

For most users, the first value is triage—turning “I have a problem” into “this is the category of problem and these are my next steps.” In property and family matters, that can include:

Issue-spotting and terminology: What counts as ancestral property? What is a legal heir certificate, succession certificate, or probate, and when does each matter?