Solan, Jan 6: Solan Normal court work remained disrupted in Solan on Tuesday as the Bar Association observed a strike over the alleged assault of an advocate and the police’s failure to register an FIR.
Dozens of lawyers marched from the district courts to the Superintendent of Police’s office, demanding swift legal action and accountability. Protesters alleged that despite repeated representations, the police had not acted on the complaint.
The case pertains to an alleged assault on advocate Rajkumar on January 3 after a dispute during a family celebration. Rajkumar alleged that the accused abused lawyers and later followed him to Saproon police station, where he was allegedly dragged out and beaten.
“The assault took place in the presence of police personnel. Despite this, no FIR has been registered so far,” Rajkumar said.
He further claimed that due to mental distress, he could not step out of his house the following day. When he later approached the police, he alleged that he was denied assistance for a medical examination.
“The police cited shortage of staff and did not accompany me to the hospital. Without police presence, the medical examination could not be conducted,” he said.
The Bar Association said the incident had shaken the confidence of lawyers and questioned the seriousness of the police response.
Police officials met the protesters and referred to steps taken in the matter, but the lawyers said their demand remained unchanged.
“We want an FIR registered without further delay,” a Bar Association member said, adding that the protest was aimed at ensuring justice and safeguarding the dignity of the legal profession.
