Lucknow: For the second consecutive day on Tuesday, judicial and administrative work at the Lucknow district court and collectorate remained disrupted as lawyers continued their strike in protest of the alleged police lathicharge during a demolition drive of advocates' chambers on Sunday.
Deserted Look at Collectorate
The collectorate premises wore a deserted look throughout the day, with many advocates abstaining from judicial work and shouting slogans against the police administration. Litigants and visitors faced significant inconvenience as several court proceedings and legal services were affected due to the boycott.
Protest Details
The protest erupted after police allegedly used force on advocates during the demolition of temporary chambers near the court premises on Sunday. This incident triggered outrage among members of the legal fraternity. Lawyers gathered at various points on the court premises and staged demonstrations, demanding action against the police personnel involved in the incident. Protesters accused the administration of high-handedness and alleged that advocates were targeted during the drive.
Strike to Continue
Central Bar Association general secretary Avnish Dixit confirmed that the strike would continue for a third day and announced that a 'Mahapanchayat' of lawyers would be held in Lucknow on Wednesday to decide the future course of agitation. “Advocates from different districts across Uttar Pradesh are expected to participate in the meeting,” he said. Bar association members warned that the agitation could intensify if their demands were not fulfilled.
Security Measures
Meanwhile, heavy police deployment continued around the court and collectorate premises to maintain law and order and prevent any untoward incident. The authorities are closely monitoring the situation as tensions remain high.
