Lawyers at the Delhi High Court abstained from work to protest a proposal increasing district courts’ pecuniary jurisdiction from Rs 2 crore to Rs 20 crore. The strike disrupted hearings, while district bar associations backed the move, saying it would reduce pendency and improve access to justice
The Delhi district courts bar body has withdrawn its strike after the Delhi Police commissioner assured that officials will physically appear in criminal trials to give evidence. The protest began in August against a notification allowing virtual testimony by police
