The Supreme Court strongly criticised lawyers for vandalism and violence, calling it a “sorry state of affairs” for the legal profession. The Court granted bail to toll employees and urged strict action by the Bar Council.
In Thiruvananthapuram, senior lawyer Bailin Das allegedly assaulted junior advocate V. Shyamili, leaving her severely injured and hospitalized. The Bar Council has banned Das from court pending an investigation, following public outrage and police action. Advocates and political leaders are calling for swift justice and safeguarding workplace dignity for women.