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Delhi Lawyers Strike Over 50% Challan Pre‑Deposit Rule, Government Halts New System
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 11:36 AM
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Lawyers in Delhi began a strike to protest a rule mandating a 50% pre‑deposit of challans, prompting the government to suspend the rollout of the new system.
Delhi's legal fraternity launched a strike on Monday, objecting to a newly announced rule that requires a 50% pre‑deposit of challan amounts before filing a case. The lawyers argue that the mandate places an undue financial burden on litigants and could impede access to justice.
In response to the protest, the state government announced that the implementation of the new pre‑deposit system would be put on hold pending further consultation with stakeholders. Officials said the pause is intended to address concerns raised by the bar and to review the policy's practical implications.
The suspension is expected to keep the existing court procedures unchanged for the time being, while dialogue between the government and lawyer representatives continues. Both sides have indicated a willingness to find a mutually acceptable solution before any revised rule is reintroduced.
In response to the protest, the state government announced that the implementation of the new pre‑deposit system would be put on hold pending further consultation with stakeholders. Officials said the pause is intended to address concerns raised by the bar and to review the policy's practical implications.
The suspension is expected to keep the existing court procedures unchanged for the time being, while dialogue between the government and lawyer representatives continues. Both sides have indicated a willingness to find a mutually acceptable solution before any revised rule is reintroduced.