Bar associations across Delhi have decided to continue their protests and suspend their activities until 9 April including North Delhi Lawyers Association. The Delhi Bar Associations has called for a speedy investigation into the death of Advocate Virender Kumar Narwal as the shooters are still not arrested according to police.
After the shooting to death of lawyer Narwal by two assassins, the association decided to suspend legal operations on Monday, but now all court officials have decided to continue protesting until April 9th, 2023 to seek quick actions in this case. Advocate Virender Kumar Narwal was given security protection after his 2017 attack. However, this has been withdrawn in 2021.
Advocates and Lawyers face death threats every day, according to Vineet Jindal, NDLA. He also mentioned that despite repeated requests, the police refused protection to lawyers. The purpose of the protest was to hasten the investigation into the brutal murder of Advocate Virender Kumar Narwal.
Advocates Protest in Delhi Impact on Legal System
Delhi citizens can witness significant impacts on the legal system and the administration of justice. Some of the possible impacts are:
- Delay in legal proceedings: When advocates go on strike, court proceedings get delayed, causing inconvenience to litigants who are waiting for bail, justice.
- Backlog of cases: Due to the delay in legal proceedings, there is a risk of an increase in the backlog of cases. This can lead to a further delay in resolving legal disputes.
- Adverse impact on the economy: Legal disputes can affect businesses and their operations. When lawyers go on strike, it can impact the economy as businesses and investors may hesitate to invest in an uncertain legal environment.
- Violation of the right to legal representation: The right to legal representation is a fundamental right in India. When lawyers go on strike, it may violate the right to legal representation of those who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.
- Loss of confidence in the legal system: If lawyers go on strike frequently, it can erode the public’s confidence in the legal system, which is critical for maintaining the rule of law.
Overall, a prolonged strike by lawyers can have a detrimental impact on the legal system, the economy, and the rights of individuals seeking justice.
