India, March 25 -- The Allahabad High Court Bar Association has launched an indefinite strike in protest against the proposed transfer of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma to the Allahabad High Court. The move comes amid controversy surrounding the alleged discovery of huge cash at Justice Varma's official residence after a fire incident.

Bar Association President Anil Tiwari, leading the demonstration at gate number 3 of the court, clarified that the protest is not directed at any court or judge but at those who have, according to him, betrayed the judicial system. "Our fight is against corruption and lack of transparency. We demand a complete reconsideration and withdrawal of the transfer order," he said.

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