The Bar Council of India removed Sanjeev Nasiar, AAP’s legal cell head, due to doubts about his LLB degree’s authenticity. AAP criticized the decision as politically motivated. The BCI emphasized integrity in the legal profession and referred the case to the CBI, highlighting concerns over professional ethics and accountability.
On Monday(12th August), the Delhi High Court concluded proceedings on a petition challenging the authenticity of AAP legal cell president Sanjeev Nasiar’s law degree, following a verification report from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya affirming its authenticity. The petition, filed by Naresh Chandra Gupta, also accused another advocate, Dilip Kumar Rana, of holding a fake law degree.
Today, 2nd July, Lawyers in New Delhi oppose a directive to postpone final orders during judicial vacations, sparking controversy. The advisory allegedly prohibits vacation judges from issuing final orders, leading to concerns over delays and a potential impact on judicial independence. This move has prompted objections from legal circles and highlighted the balance between administrative efficiency and timely justice.
Today, March 27th, The AAP’s Legal Cell has called for widespread protests across Delhi’s district courts following the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate. The legal community emphasizes their solidarity with Kejriwal and voices broader concerns about legal fairness and political integrity, calling for justice and transparency. Multiple key judicial venues will be the sites of these protests.