The draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025, released by the Law and Justice Ministry, proposes reforms to the Advocates Act, 1961, focusing on regulating court boycotts, enhancing Bar Council oversight, and enforcing stricter conduct standards.
Justice Ajit Kumar of the Allahabad High Court ruled that lawyer strikes should not prevent litigants from accessing justice. The court directed the district administration to ensure police protection for litigants arguing their cases during such strikes. The dismissal of a writ petition emphasized that no lawyer can obstruct judicial duties or litigant access to courts.
The Allahabad High Court issues strict measures to address lawyer strikes in Uttar Pradesh district courts, ruling participation as criminal contempt. Strikes caused substantial disruptions in judicial proceedings, leading to mandates for mandatory reporting, grievance redressal committees, and scheduling condolence meetings after 3:30 PM to prevent disruptions. The Court emphasizes the critical nature of the issue, highlighting the potential collapse of the judicial system.