Justice Vishal Mishra of the Madhya Pradesh High Court recused himself after revealing that BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak attempted to call him regarding a pending illegal mining case. The matter will now be placed before the Chief Justice for reassignment.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court emphasized lawyers’ mental well-being, acknowledging the unique stresses they face. Following a case involving a lawyer’s inappropriate conduct, the court highlighted the importance of mental health support for legal professionals. This reflects a broader societal shift towards prioritizing mental well-being in professional settings and seeks to destigmatize mental health issues in the legal field.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has suspended ten office bearers of the Seoni Bar Association for a month due to a strike, sparking debate on legal ethics and responsibilities. The decision, effective from March 21, 2024, aims to address the impact of strikes on the legal system and access to justice. The case will be heard on April 8, 2024, further shaping the discourse on lawyers’ ethical obligations and the enforcement mechanisms.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court is addressing delays in DNA-FSL report submissions by instructing the state government to provide a comprehensive status report. The court, led by Chief Justice Ravi Malimath and Justice Vishal Mishra, is committed to streamlining the judicial process and resolving the backlog of cases due to procedural delays. The state government’s progress report marks a positive step, but thorough authentication is underway to ensure accuracy.
