Lucknow, Jan. 16 -- Voting for the much-awaited four-phase election of the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh began on Friday. A total of 25 members will be elected from among 333 candidates in the fray.

The first phase of the election is being held in districts beginning with the letters A, B and C, with advocates casting their votes on January 16 and 17. On January 16, Friday, polling commenced at 10 am and continued until 5 pm.

The second phase of voting will take place on January 20 and 21 in districts starting with the letters D to J. The third phase is scheduled for January 27 and 28 in districts beginning with the letters K to M, while the final and fourth phase will be held on January 30 and 31 in districts starting with the letters P...