BCI Demands Swift Action in Advocate Assault at UP Toll Plaza

The Bar Council of India has urged immediate police intervention following an assault on Advocate Ratnesh Shukla at a toll plaza in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. The incident involved toll staff assaulting the advocate, igniting outrage among the legal community and raising concerns over the rule of law.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has called for immediate police action after an advocate was allegedly assaulted at a toll plaza in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district. The attack on Advocate Ratnesh Shukla has been condemned as a grave affront to the rule of law, with the incident reportedly occurring after an altercation over toll payment.

The BCI's Chairman, Manan Kumar Mishra, addressed a letter to the Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court, detailing the incident where toll plaza staff reportedly abused and assaulted the advocate. The BCI expressed concern over a lack of clarity regarding arrests and penal actions, despite an FIR being registered and three toll employees detained.

Emphasizing the need for decisive action, the BCI has called for comprehensive handling of electronic evidence and a swift, impartial investigation. They have requested the establishment of a special investigation team and urgent protection measures for the advocate and witnesses. Authorities are urged to consider invoking stringent laws to maintain public order.

(With inputs from agencies.)