Gujarat Lawyers To Abstain From Court Work Over Rent Bill From September 30 To October 3
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Lawyers' associations in Gujarat have announced a four-day protest against the Gujarat Rent Bill 2026, deciding to abstain from court proceedings from September 30 to October 3 if their demand for withdrawal of the legislation is not addressed.
A joint extraordinary general meeting of the Ahmedabad Bar Association and Ahmedabad Small Cause Court Bar Association was held on September 29 at the City Civil and Sessions Court complex. Following discussions on the legislation, the associations unanimously passed a resolution opposing the bill.
Lawyers Raise Constitutional Concerns
The meeting was attended by representatives of the Ahmedabad District Bar Association, Metropolitan Court Bar Association, Family Court Bar Association and Bar Council of Gujarat, along with senior advocates and members of the two associations.
The lawyers alleged that the bill would adversely affect the rights and interests of citizens and could undermine constitutional protections.
They argued that the proposed framework could reduce the role of the judiciary in rent-related matters and increase the involvement of administrative authorities and government officials.
According to the associations, the existing workload of government officials could make it difficult for them to effectively handle functions involving the adjudication of disputes between landlords and tenants.
They further argued that the proposed changes could make it more difficult for both landlords and tenants to secure timely justice.
Demand For Withdrawal Of Bill
The lawyers have demanded that the Gujarat government withdraw the bill at the earliest.
As part of the campaign, lawyers' associations plan to organise public-awareness programmes with citizens across Gujarat. They also intend to use the press and media to explain their objections and raise awareness about what they describe as the potential impact of the legislation.
Delegations are also expected to meet the Chief Minister, Law Minister and Governor to submit representations seeking withdrawal of the bill.
Court Work To Remain Suspended From September 30
The associations have decided that if the bill is not withdrawn or the proposed amendments are not incorporated, lawyers will suspend court operations from September 30 to October 3.
The protest programme includes a proposed ban on entry into court buildings, sit-ins and hunger strikes, with the associations indicating that the agitation could be intensified during the period.
The Ahmedabad Bar Association and Ahmedabad Small Cause Court Bar Association have also appealed to lawyers' associations across Gujarat and the Bar Council of Gujarat to join and support the protest.
