Bar Council of India Removes 107 Fake Advocates from Delhi Roll to Uphold Legal Integrity

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Bar Council of India Removes 107 Fake Advocates from  Delhi Roll to Uphold Legal Integrity The Bar Council of India (BCI) has taken decisive action in a sweeping initiative aimed at maintaining the integrity of the legal profession by removing 107 fake advocates  from the Roll of Advocates in Delhi  between 2019 and October 2024. This step comes as part of the BCI's rigorous verification process to ensure that only qualified, genuinely practising advocates remain in the profession, ultimately upholding public trust in the legal system. Strengthened Verification Framework Under Rule 32 This effort falls under Rule 32 of the Bar Council of India Certificate and Place of Practice (Verification) Rules, 2015 . The BCI  amended Rule 32 on June 23, 2023 , which empowered the BCI to verify, identify, and systematically remove unqualified and fake advocates from the Roll. The rule amendment has made the process of weeding out non-compliant individuals significantly more efficient. Accordi

Allegations of Derogatory Remarks by CISF Personnel Against SpiceJet Employee

Allegations of Derogatory Remarks by CISF Personnel 

Against SpiceJet Employee





In a recent incident at Jaipur Airport, a SpiceJet employee accused a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of making derogatory remarks. The incident has raised concerns about workplace harassment and the swift escalation of conflicts.


Incident Details


The incident occurred on July 11, when the SpiceJet employee, while performing her duties, alleged that ASI Giriraj Prasad made indecent comments towards her. She claimed that upon threatening to file a police complaint, Prasad retaliated by threatening her job security. The alleged remarks included inappropriate comments such as "humey bhi apna seva-paani ka mauka do" and "ek raat rukne ka kya logi."


Counter-Complaint and Arrest


Before the SpiceJet employee could file her complaint, ASI Prasad lodged a complaint against her. Following this, she was arrested after allegedly slapping the ASI during a mandatory screening procedure at the airport. The senior CISF official stated that the absence of female CISF personnel at the screening led to the confrontation.


SpiceJet's Response


SpiceJet issued an official statement supporting their employee and presenting a different narrative. They asserted that their employee, who had a valid airport entry pass, was subjected to inappropriate behavior by the CISF personnel. The airline condemned the incident as a serious case of sexual harassment and announced their intention to take immediate legal action.


Broader Concerns


This incident underscores broader issues in India regarding the treatment of employees, especially women, in workplace environments. Despite laws designed to protect individuals from harassment, incidents like these highlight gaps in their enforcement and the need for better mechanisms to handle such conflicts without resorting to physical altercations or hasty legal actions.


Call for Improved Enforcement and Awareness


There is an urgent need for improved enforcement of workplace harassment laws and increased awareness among both employees and law enforcement personnel about proper conduct and grievance redressal mechanisms. Ensuring that incidents are handled appropriately can prevent escalations and reinforce trust in legal protections.


Conclusion


The Jaipur Airport incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced in ensuring safe and respectful workplaces. It calls for stringent enforcement of existing laws, better training for security personnel, and robust support systems for victims of harassment.

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