Lawyers stage a strong protest in Lucknow; vociferous sloganeering outside the UP Legislative Assembly; demand for the implementation of an ‘Advocates’ Protection Act.’

Lawyers stage a strong protest in Lucknow; vociferous sloganeering outside the UP Legislative Assembly; demand for the implementation of an ‘Advocates’ Protection Act.’

In Lucknow, lawyers held a vigorous protest outside the UP Legislative Assembly, pressing for a 15-point charter of demands. Their demands included the implementation of an ‘Advocates’ Protection Act,’ the establishment of a High Court bench in Meerut, an increase in the Advocates’ Welfare Fund to Rs 25 lakh, and the provision of a stipend for new lawyers. During the demonstration, some participants attempted to cross police barricades, leading to a scuffle between the police and the protesting lawyers.