Delhi Courts to See Indefinite Strike Against Video Testimony from Police Stations from Sept 8

Lawyers in Delhi will resume an indefinite strike from September 8 in all district courts, protesting an “arbitrary and illegal” police circular that allows police witnesses to be examined via video conferencing from police stations.

The Coordination Committee of District Court Bar Associations condemned the circular, stating it contradicts an assurance by the Union Home Minister that such deposition would not occur from police stations.

The Committee calls the move anti-public and a violation of the accused's rights, arguing that categorising witnesses for virtual or physical appearance undermines fair trial principles.

The committee warns that agitation will intensify unless the circular is withdrawn.