Rohini Court Lawyers Protest After Advocate Allegedly Assaulted
Lawyers at Rohini Court abstain from work following the alleged assault of advocate Kamaldeep, banning police entry to the premises.
Legal proceedings at the Rohini Courts came to a standstill on Monday as lawyers launched a massive protest against the alleged physical assault of an advocate. The legal fraternity has decided to abstain from all judicial work to demand justice and protect the professional dignity of practitioners.
The Incident and the Protest
The unrest stems from an incident on September 29, where advocate Kamaldeep was allegedly manhandled and physically assaulted at the Mahendra Park Police Station. In response to this development, the Rohini Court Bar Association has taken a hardline stance.
As part of their protest, the Bar Association has implemented the following measures:
- Complete Abstention: Lawyers are observing a total halt to judicial work at the Rohini Courts.
- Police Entry Ban: No police official from any district will be permitted to enter the Rohini Court premises, including the Naib Court, during the day.
Allegations of Failed Justice
The Rohini Court Bar Association claims that despite assurances from senior police authorities, the response to the assault has been inadequate. According to the association's executive committee, senior officers had previously promised that strong action would be taken against the officials involved in the incident.
However, the Bar has raised serious objections, alleging that instead of punishing the accused officers, the police registered a case against the victim, advocate Kamaldeep. The association further stated that this new case was not disclosed to the executive committee, contradicting the assurances previously provided by senior police leadership.
"The dignity, safety and professional independence of advocates could not be compromised," the Bar Association stated, emphasizing that any attempt to intimidate or browbeat a practising lawyer would be met with legal resistance.
Delhi Police Response
Addressing the escalating tension, the Delhi Police has confirmed that disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against two head constables linked to the September 29 incident. Both personnel have reportedly been sent to district lines.
The police also clarified that a cross-FIR was registered following a complaint lodged by the police personnel involved. Authorities have stated that the allegations made by both the legal fraternity and the police officers are currently being investigated to determine the facts of the dispute.