Rohini Court Bar Resumes Work After Police Assurance
RCBA calls off strike after police assurance regarding assault on advocate Kamaldeep at Mahendra Park Police Station.
The Rohini Court Bar Association (RCBA) has officially called off its strike and decided to resume judicial work starting Tuesday. This decision follows a high-level meeting between the lawyers' body, the District Judge, and senior police officials to address the recent assault on a legal professional.
The Incident That Sparked Protest
The protest was triggered by an unfortunate incident on September 29, 2026, at the Mahendra Park Police Station. According to the RCBA, Advocate Kamaldeep and his associate were allegedly assaulted while at the station. In response to this perceived attack on the legal fraternity, the Bar Association had called for an abstention from all judicial duties to demand justice and safety.
High-Level Meeting and Key Demands
To resolve the standoff, a joint meeting was convened involving District Judge Prem Kumar Bharthwal, various judges, the DCP North-West, and the DCP Rohini. During this intense discussion, the Executive Committee of the RCBA raised several critical concerns regarding the safety and dignity of advocates.
The primary demands discussed during the meeting included:
- Independent Investigation: The Bar insisted on a fair and impartial probe conducted by an independent investigation unit to ensure the matter is handled objectively and without bias.
- Prevention of Future Incidents: Lawyers demanded guarantees that such incidents would not be repeated and that the professional independence and safety of advocates would be strictly respected.
- Improved Coordination: The RCBA emphasized the need for effective coordination mechanisms between the Bar and senior police authorities to address grievances promptly.
- Professional Conduct: There was a strong call for police authorities to maintain professional conduct and mutual respect toward members of the Bar to protect the administration of justice.
Resolution and Resumption of Duties
In a circular issued by RCBA Secretary Pradeep Khatri, it was confirmed that the concerned authorities have positively considered these issues. The authorities have reportedly issued necessary directions to address the grievances raised by the legal community.
Following these assurances from the police and the judiciary, the RCBA has informed its members that the period of abstention is over, and judicial proceedings will return to normalcy from Tuesday.