Legal Battle in Western UP: Advocates Intensify Demand for High Court Bench

In a significant development in the legal landscape of Uttar Pradesh, lawyers from 22 districts in Western UP are intensifying their longstanding demand for the establishment of a High Court bench in their region. The issue, persisting for over four decades, has now reached a crucial juncture as advocates plan a 'Delhi March' next month to voice their concerns and exert pressure on the government.

Background and Demands:

For the past four decades, lawyers from Western UP have been advocating for a dedicated High Court bench to address legal matters in their region. The primary argument behind their demand is the significant distance between the current High Court bench in Allahabad and the Western UP districts, spanning over 700 kilometers. This geographical challenge places a considerable financial burden on litigants and consumes a significant amount of time.

The 'Delhi March' Plan:

In a recent meeting, lawyers decided to stage a protest in Delhi to raise awareness and build pressure on the government for the establishment of a High Court bench in Western UP. The decision to organize the 'Delhi March' stems from the lawyers' frustration with the lack of progress on their demand despite intensifying their agitation in the run-up to parliamentary and assembly elections.

Advocate Chaudhary, a spokesperson for the lawyers, explained that the decision to march to Delhi is aimed at creating pressure on the government to expedite the process of establishing a bench in Western UP. The final decision regarding the date of the march will be made in the upcoming meeting scheduled for December 16 in Bijnor.

The Significance of a High Court Bench:

The establishment of a High Court bench in Western UP is viewed as a crucial step in providing access to justice within a reasonable geographic proximity. Advocates argue that it will significantly ease the financial burden on litigants and save considerable time spent traveling to Allahabad for legal proceedings. The demand gains particular significance in the context of the upcoming general elections, as lawyers seek to intensify their efforts to ensure that their demand is addressed before the elections take center stage.

As the legal fraternity in Western UP gears up for the 'Delhi March,' the outcome of this protest could have far-reaching implications for the state's legal infrastructure and access to justice in the region. Stay tuned for updates on this evolving legal saga.