Delhi High Court Bar Association Calls for Strike Against Advocate Amendment Bill 2025

New Delhi: In a decisive move against the proposed Advocate (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Executive Committee of the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) convened an emergency meeting on February 22, 2025, where a unanimous resolution was passed condemning the bill and calling for a one-day strike on February 24, 2025.

Strong Opposition to the Advocates (Amendment) Bill

The DHCBA had earlier, on February 17, 2025, strongly denounced the proposed amendments, terming them prejudicial to the legal fraternity. Despite widespread protests from lawyers and Bar associations across the country, the authorities have remained unresponsive to their demands for the withdrawal of the amendments. The association has reiterated its firm stance against the bill, highlighting its detrimental impact on the independence and rights of advocates.

Nationwide Unrest Among the Legal Community

Reports indicate that legal professionals from various High Court Bar associations have expressed grave concerns over the proposed changes. The Delhi High Court Bar Association has acknowledged and supported these collective efforts, emphasizing that the amendments undermine the autonomy of legal practitioners.

Call for One-Day Court Boycott

In solidarity with their colleagues nationwide, the DHCBA has urged all its members and fellow lawyers to abstain from work and refrain from appearing before the Delhi High Court, both physically and virtually, on February 24, 2025. This strike is expected to significantly impact judicial proceedings, sending a strong message to the authorities regarding the legal community’s discontent.

Uncertain Future of the Amendment Bill

With mounting pressure from the legal fraternity, the fate of the Advocate (Amendment) Bill, 2025, remains uncertain. The government’s response to these protests will be crucial in determining whether the proposed changes will be implemented or reconsidered. As the legal community stands united against the bill, all eyes are now on the authorities’ next move.

The Delhi High Court Bar Association’s resolute stand underscores the growing discontent among lawyers regarding legislative changes that threaten their professional independence. The success of the February 24 strike may set the tone for further actions if the government fails to address the concerns raised by the legal community.