The Allahabad High Court has ordered the police and civil administration to take immediate measures against traffic congestion that disrupts court proceedings during Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj. Lawyers have struggled to reach the court due to heavy influxes of devotees. The court emphasized maintaining smooth access for legal professionals to uphold justice.
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has directed the police and civil administration to take immediate action to prevent traffic congestion from disrupting legal proceedings during the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj.
The court order came after multiple lawyers faced extreme difficulties in reaching the court on time due to the overwhelming influx of devotees attending the Mahakumbh Mela, one of the world’s largest religious gatherings.
The issue arose in a writ petition, where repeated adjournments were sought due to severe traffic conditions. Advocates Prashant Gaur and Saurabh Kumar Pandey, representing the petitioners, highlighted the major disruptions caused by congestion in Prayagraj, making it impossible for legal professionals to fulfill their duties.
The petition was filed against the State of Uttar Pradesh and other respondents, with government counsels C.S.C., R.K. Paramhans Singh, and Rameshwar Prasad Shukla appearing on behalf of the state.
Presiding over the case, Justice J.J. Munir acknowledged the massive public gathering due to the Mahakumbh but stressed that court proceedings must not be affected by external factors.
“Special measures have to be made in this regard,”
the bench ruled, highlighting the police’s responsibility in ensuring smooth access to the court. The judge further stated that any obstruction in the movement of lawyers directly impacts the administration of justice.
Given the widespread traffic chaos, the bench ordered the Prayagraj Police Commissioner to take special measures and prevent disruptions affecting the judiciary.
The court adjourned the matter for the third time, setting the next hearing for February 18, 2025. Additionally, it instructed that the directions be officially communicated to the Commissioner of Police, Prayagraj, via the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Allahabad, for strict compliance.
With millions expected to visit Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh, the court’s intervention highlights the urgent need for better traffic management to ensure that legal operations remain uninterrupted.
Case Title – Harkhu And 2 Others vs. State Of U.P. And 8 Others
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