Punjab & Haryana Bar Council Calls For Complaints Against Lawyers Involved In Bench Hunting

The Bar Council of Punjab & Haryana has invited advocates, affected persons, and the public to submit complaints or evidence via email or WhatsApp regarding bench hunting or forum shopping.

The move follows its Privilege Committee’s suo motu inquiry into alleged manipulation of judicial bench allocations in the high-profile Roop Bansal case.

Sixteen lawyers, including two senior advocates, were summoned, while Senior Advocates Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Mukul Rohatgi were also asked to respond for comprehensive adjudication.

Notifications were issued through the Delhi Bar Council to two Delhi-based lawyers, seeking personal appearance and written submissions.  The Council emphasised its duty to uphold professional ethics and the integrity of the justice system.