The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union government, all States, and Union Territories on a petition seeking uniform nationwide guidelines to protect women advocates visiting police stations, especially during late evening and night hours, ensuring their safety, dignity, and protection.
The Supreme Court has reconstituted its Gender Sensitisation & Internal Complaints Committee with Justice B.V. Nagarathna continuing as chairperson. An office order to this effect was issued on Tuesday, and it will come into effect from May 28.
The Supreme Court Women Lawyers Association strongly condemned the “disgraceful” Holi Milan event by the Kanpur Bar Association, alleging women were objectified as lawyers filmed belly dancers under the guise of festive celebration.
The Supreme Court warned States and UTs of ex-parte action and fines for delaying replies in a PIL on rising crimes against women. Justice Nagarathna stressed preventive steps like moral education over harsher punishments.
