Bhagalpur lawyers' protest for High Court bench completes 101 days, demand remains unmet

Bhagalpur’s legal community marked the 101st consecutive day of their protest on Wednesday, pressing their long-standing demand for the establishment of a permanent High Court bench in the city. The sit-in, led by the Bhagalpur Bar Association, has drawn widespread attention due to its persistence in the face of official silence and inaction. Lawyers have maintained a round-the-clock dharna outside the district court complex, refusing to resume regular court proceedings until their demand is met.

The protest began on [insert exact start date if available], initially as a symbolic gesture but has since escalated into one of the longest-running agitations by the legal fraternity in Bihar. Leaders of the movement, including senior advocate [Name], stated that the protest reflects the genuine grievances of litigants and lawyers who face significant hardship due to the absence of a High Court bench. “Traveling to Patna High Court for every minor matter is not only financially draining but also causes severe delays in justice delivery,” [Name] said. He added that the protest would continue until the state government formally announces the establishment of the bench.