Lawyers Protest in Farenda Over Advocate’s Murder
Maharajganj 07 September (desk):-In Farenda, Kasganj, a significant protest took place on Saturday by the Civil Court Bar Association Farenda in response to the murder of a female lawyer. Led by President Parshuram Yadav and Minister Manoj Mishra, the lawyers submitted a memorandum to the Tehsildar, Karn Singh, addressed to the Chief Minister. The memorandum expressed concerns over the rising violence against lawyers in the state and criticized the government's insensitivity towards these crimes. The advocates demanded government jobs and a financial aid of one crore rupees for the family of the deceased lawyer, as well as the implementation of the Advocate Protection Act and strict action against those committing crimes against lawyers.
The protest saw the participation of various notable figures including Arvind Mishra, Ramrup Savarkar, Shyanarayan Singh, Shambhu Yadav, Mridul Yadav, Ramnarayan Shukla, Vinod Tripathi, Satyendra Singh, and Shailendra Srivastava. The advocates voiced their frustration over the lack of government response to previous incidents involving lawyers, emphasizing the need for stronger protective measures and judicial actions. The protest highlighted the urgent need for legislative changes and government intervention to ensure the safety and security of legal professionals.
The incident that triggered the protest involved the brutal killing of a female lawyer in the state. This tragic event has brought to light the growing concern over the safety of legal practitioners and the urgent need for effective protective legislation. The advocates' demands reflect a broader call for justice and accountability, aiming to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure that perpetrators face stringent consequences.
The protest concluded with a call for immediate action from the authorities and a reiteration of the demands for financial and legal support for the victim’s family. The lawyer community's unified stance underscores the critical need for systemic reforms to protect legal professionals from violence and ensure justice is served.
