Bar Council Objects to HC Decision on Senior Advocate Designations; Seeks Clarification on Criteria

Babushahi Network Bureau

Chandigarh, October 23, 2025: The Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana has raised serious objections to the recent decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court to designate a new batch of senior advocates, alleging irregularities and lack of transparency in the process.

During an extraordinary meeting held at the Bar Council office in Chandigarh under the chairmanship of Rakesh Gupta , the members discussed widespread complaints from the legal fraternity claiming that “due process was not followed” in finalizing the list of designated senior advocates released on October 20, 2025.

The Council noted concerns of “favouritism and nepotism” , stating that severa

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