Bar Council of India (BCI) has dissolved the Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) citing “discrepancies, delays and non-compliance” despite repeated extensions. A Special Committee led by ASG Chetan Sharma will now oversee affairs and ensure elections by January 31, 2026.
The Supreme Court Today (Oct 4) issued notice to the Bar Council of India (BCI) in the ongoing dispute over the official Rouse Avenue Court bar body, where the Central Delhi Court Bar Association has been recognised as the main association. Apex Court asked the BCI how the Bar Council of Delhi can enter into the aspect of deciding which is the main bar association body. The Court was hearing an appeal against a Delhi High Court decision that recognised the Central Delhi Court Bar Association as the main bar body for the Rouse Avenue District Court.
The Supreme Court today questioned the Delhi High Court’s involvement in deciding the main bar body for the Rouse Avenue District Court. The High Court’s recognition of the Central Delhi Court Bar Association was disputed by other bar associations. The Supreme Court issued notice on the appeal and scheduled further consideration after four weeks.
