The Allahabad High Court Bar Association (HCBA) has been abstaining from judicial work for several days, citing grievances against judges' misconduct and the court administration's failure to address their concerns. Senior advocate Anil Tiwari, president of the HCBA, criticized certain judges for their "god syndrome" and urged them to remember their roles as public servants.
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Day One: Initial Grievances and Memorandum Submission
On July 9, 2024, the HCBA submitted a memorandum to Chief Justice Arun Bhansali, outlining their reasons for abstaining from judicial work the following day. The memorandum highlighted various issues, including judges' insulting behavior towards lawyers and deviations from established court procedures.
Day Two: Continued Protest and Resolution
Despite a meeting with Chief Justice Bhansali and five other judges on July 10, the HCBA received no positive assurance, leading them to continue their abstention on July 11. During an executive body meeting on this day, the HCBA passed a resolution stating that lawyers would no longer address judges as 'milords' or 'your lordship.' Instead, they would use salutations such as "Sir," "Your Honour," or "Mannaniya (Honourable)."
Key Issues Highlighted by HCBA
Misconduct by Judges
The HCBA accused certain judges, specifically Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal, of making insulting remarks and not following Supreme Court mandates. Justice Agarwal's recent comments during a bail plea dismissal, which suggested that religious conversions could make the majority population a minority, had also drawn criticism from the United Christian Forum.
Court Conduct and Tradition
The HCBA expressed concerns about judges not adhering to the high court's old traditions, such as revising the list of fresh or unlisted cases. This practice, they argued, was crucial for advocates, especially older ones, to manage their schedules effectively.
Administrative Issues
The HCBA criticized the high court's registry for not providing data on advocate roll numbers, hindering the enforcement of the "One Bar One Vote" provision and efforts to remove members who obtained their roll numbers through concealment of material facts.
Disciplinary Measures and Warnings
The HCBA issued warnings to lawyers who violated their resolution by attending court. Notices were sent to 20-22 lawyers, including a chief standing counsel. Non-compliant advocates faced cancellation of their Bar membership, loss of benefits, and blacklisting from future membership.
Continued Strike and Future Actions
On July 12, 2024, the HCBA extended their strike for a third day. During a meeting chaired by President Anil Tiwari and conducted by General Secretary Vikrant Pandey, the Executive Committee resolved to continue their abstention from judicial work. They also planned to engage with other Bar Associations across the state to address rising incidents of misconduct against advocates.
The HCBA's protest against judicial misconduct and deviation from court practices highlights significant issues within the Allahabad high court. The association's decision to change how judges are addressed and their continued strike underscore their demand for respect and adherence to established judicial procedures. The outcome of this ongoing situation remains to be seen as the HCBA persists in its efforts to protect justice and the rule of law.
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