BJP leader who threatened judge arrested, lawyers also refuse to fight the case
A BJP leader in India, Pankaj Gharu, has been arrested for threatening a judge in Devas, leading to lawyers refusing to represent the case.
In a developing story from Devas, India, BJP leader Pankaj Gharu has been arrested for allegedly obstructing and threatening a district judge while he was on his way to court. The incident occurred when Judge Prasann Singh Bahrawat encountered Gharu and his accomplice, who were reportedly parked inappropriately, blocking the judge's vehicle. When the judge requested them to move their vehicle, they allegedly displayed aggressive behavior and issued threats against the judge. Following the judge's complaint lodged at Naahar Darwaja Police Station, an FIR was registered, and Gharu along with another accomplice was arrested. Notably, a third individual involved in the incident is currently at large. The seriousness of the situation has been emphasized by the fact that following this incident, lawyers have reportedly declined to take on any legal fight related to Gharu, indicating the judiciary's and the legal community's strong stance against intimidation of judicial officers. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding the safety and respect for judicial officials in India. The involvement of political figures in threatening behavior against judges raises significant questions about the integrity of the legal system and the need for protection of judicial independence. As the case unfolds, it may lead to broader discussions about the accountability of politicians and their conduct towards the judiciary in the country.