The New Delhi Bar Association advised virtual court appearances on February 21 and 23 due to Bar Council of Delhi elections at Delhi High Court, impacting New Delhi district and Patiala House Courts proceedings.
NEW DELHI: The New Delhi Bar Association (NDBA) has recommended that lawyers and parties appearing in person participate in proceedings via video conferencing on February 21 and 23, due to the upcoming Bar Council of Delhi elections.
This advisory was issued through a circular signed by NDBA Secretary Tarun Rana, following correspondence from the office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge of the New Delhi district.
According to the circular, elections for members of the Bar Council of Delhi will take place on February 21, 22, and 23 at the Delhi High Court premises. In light of the elections, lawyers and litigants are encouraged to appear virtually for matters scheduled in the New Delhi district and Patiala House Courts on February 21 and 23.
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The circular further notes that video conferencing links can be found on the district court’s official website under the “Important Links” section.
This arrangement has been put in place to ensure the smooth functioning of the courts while allowing lawyers to participate in the Bar Council elections.
According to the official notice, polling for the Bar Council of Delhi elections will be conducted over three consecutive days:
- 20 February 2026
- 21 February 2026
- 22 February 2026
All voting will take place within the Delhi High Court complex, offering ease of access to advocates enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi. The decision to spread polling across multiple days appears to be a strategic measure to manage a large electorate and prevent overcrowding or disruption during voting.
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A central feature of the notification is the detailed clarification on identity requirements for entry into the polling area. The Returning Officer has stressed that identity verification is mandatory for all voters.
- Primary Identification Requirement
Advocates must carry a valid Bar Council of Delhi Identity Card to enter the polling area and cast their vote.
- Alternative Documents (If BCD ID Is Unavailable or Expired)
In situations where a voter does not possess a valid or current BCD Identity Card, the following alternatives will be accepted:
- Identity Card issued by any Bar Association in Delhi, or
- A proximity card reflecting the advocate’s enrolment number
These must be supported by any one of the following government-issued identity documents like Aadhaar Card, Voter Identity Card, Driving Licence or Passport
This approach ensures that eligible advocates are not excluded due to administrative delays in issuance or renewal of BCD identity cards.
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