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5mo ago

Bar Council of India Demands Action After Co-Chairperson Attacked in Bengaluru

Police arrest suspect in April 16 assault on Y. R. Sadashiva Reddy as legal community calls for systemic protections against violence.

Advocates, regardless of rank or position, must be given police protection at their homes and offices if they face any credible threat, a statement issued by the BCI on Thursday read. (barcouncilofindia.org)
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Overview

  • BCI co-chairperson Y. R. Sadashiva Reddy was attacked on April 16 in his Bengaluru office, suffering grievous injuries, including a fractured hand.
  • The Halasurgate Police have arrested a suspect and charged them under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including for attempted murder.
  • The Bar Council of India condemned the attack as a threat to the independence of the legal profession and demanded zero tolerance for violence against advocates.
  • BCI has called for institutional safety measures, including police protection for advocates under threat, security audits, CCTV surveillance, and emergency response systems.
  • The Advocates’ Association, Bengaluru, plans a protest on April 21 to highlight rising violence against lawyers and advocate for stronger protections.