Decide Plea For Payment Of Minimum Stipend To Junior Lawyers Within Six Weeks: Delhi High Court To BCI

The Delhi High Court has instructed the Bar Council of India (BCI) to decide on a petition requesting the payment of a minimum stipend to junior lawyers within six weeks. The petition seeks to ensure that junior lawyers receive a fair stipend to support their practice and livelihood. The High Court's order emphasizes the urgency and importance of addressing this issue to improve the financial conditions of junior lawyers, who often face economic hardships despite their significant contributions to the legal field.