Chandigarh Bar Association observes strike over FIR against advocate

The District Bar Association, Chandigarh, observed work abstention on Wednesday in solidarity with advocate Satpal Bansal following the registration of an FIR against him by the police.

The association, led by president A.S. Gujral, expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding the FIR and called for a fair and impartial examination of the matter in accordance with the law.

The association also expressed condolences over the death of Ram Milan Yadav, the canteen operator. It said every individual, including members of the legal fraternity, was entitled to due process and a lawful investigation.

The executive body, comprising vice presidents Abhay Joshi and Pratibha Bhandari, secretary Tejwinder Singh Gill, treasurer Prateek Garg and joint secretary Pushpinder Singh Chauhan, decided in consultation with senior members of the Bar.

Former association presidents Ashok Chauhan and N.K. Nanda, along with other senior members, supported the initiative.

The association said it was monitoring developments and would take appropriate steps through lawful and institutional channels to safeguard the interests of the advocate concerned. It reiterated its commitment to protecting the dignity of the legal profession and upholding the rule of law.