Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai was elected President of the Supreme Court Bar Association with 822 votes, defeating nearest rival Anupam Lal Das by 371 votes. New Delhi: Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai has been elected the new President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), securing a decisive victory in the association’s elections with 822 votes […]
The Supreme Court introduced major reforms in the Supreme Court Bar Association concerning composition, voter eligibility and election procedures, with a Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant issuing comprehensive directions aimed at restructuring the lawyers’ body and ensuring broader, inclusive electoral participation.
The Supreme Court heard concerns from Senior Advocate Dr. Adish Aggarwala about irregularities in the Supreme Court Bar Association elections, including alleged extra votes. Justice Surya Kant suggested waiting for a special bench to review the matter, emphasizing no immediate urgency. If proven, allegations could lead to election annulment.
Today, On 16th May, Kapil Sibal won the SCBA President elections with 1,066 votes, indicating widespread support from the legal community. His presidency is expected to bring significant changes. This marks his fourth term as president, with notable candidates vying for the position. Sibal’s legal career and recent political endeavours reflect his commitment to judicial and electoral reforms in India.
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Yesterday (May 15th), six lawyers vying for the position of President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) engaged in a debate, each presenting their case for why they should be elected to this prestigious office. Kapil Sibal a prominent voice at the event: “during my earlier tenures did I ever talk about politics in the courtroom? Never.”
