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Lawyers stage protest in Lucknow, demand implementation of Advocates’ Protection Act

Lucknow, Nov 14 (UNI) Lawyers staged a massive demonstration in Lucknow on Saturday, demanding the immediate implementation of the Advocates’ Protection Act to ensure the safety and security of members of the legal fraternity.
Raising slogans at Hazratganj intersection, the protesting lawyers broke through police barricades while marching towards the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Some demonstrators also climbed onto another barricade and attempted to move forward.
The protest march, organised in the form of a padyatra, began at the court complex in Kaiserbagh. The lawyers proceeded towards the Assembly via Parivartan Chowk and Atal Chowk. Several lawyers’ organisations across the state extended their support to the demonstration.
The protesters urged the state government to implement the Advocates’ Protection Act at the earliest, stating that a dedicated law is essential to safeguard lawyers and ensure their security while discharging professional duties.
In anticipation of the announced Assembly gherao, the police administration had made elaborate security arrangements across the city. Heavy police deployment was maintained along the entire protest route, particularly in the Hazratganj area. Personnel from several police stations, along with additional security forces, were deployed to maintain law and order.
Even after protesters breached the barricades, police personnel continued efforts to prevent them from advancing towards the Assembly. UNI MBD AAB
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