Shocking Attack on Advocate Sparks Unprecedented Protest: Hyderabad’s Metropolitan Criminal Courts Bar Association Demands Justice
(Judicial Quest News Network)
In a bold and firm stand against the brutal assault and tragic murder of their fellow advocate, the Metropolitan Criminal Courts Bar Association of Hyderabad has issued a powerful resolution, sending shockwaves through the legal community and beyond.
On the 25th of March 2025, all members of the Bar will cease work in an unprecedented protest, calling attention to the horrific incident that took place on the 24th of March 2025, where advocate Mr. Esrayal was brutally attacked and murdered in the Champa pet area. The executive committee, in a unanimous decision, condemned the savage and inhumane act that claimed the life of their colleague and friend.
The committee’s resolution is clear and resolute. They have vowed to take immediate action, demanding justice for Mr. Esrayal. and ensuring that no such incident is allowed to repeat. As part of their efforts, the association has decided to submit a formal representation to the Director General of Police for Telangana, as well as to the Commissioner of Police in Hyderabad, urging them to launch a swift and thorough investigation to bring all perpetrators, including the so-called assailants involved, to justice.
Further intensifying their fight for justice, the committee has called for an immediate implementation of the Advocate Protection Act in the state of Telangana. This request will be presented to none other than the Chief Minister of Telangana, as the association insists that steps be taken to safeguard the lives of legal professionals who are increasingly becoming victims of violence and intimidation.
The resolution emphasizes the collective anger, sorrow, and determination of the legal community to fight for justice, with the Bar Association’s members making it clear that they will not rest until justice is served. This protest, scheduled for June 25, is a powerful reminder that the legal community will not tolerate violence against its members and will continue to demand the protection and respect they deserve.
The tragic death of Mr. Esrayal has left a deep scar in the hearts of his colleagues, but this decisive move by the Metropolitan Criminal Courts Bar Association shows that their resolve for justice is stronger than ever.
The President of the MCCBA Mr.G. Rajavardhan Reddy and the General Secretary Mr. C.V Srinath have played a vital role in conducting the executive body meeting and passing the resolution
