Chandigarh, Feb. 15 -- After an eight-year gap, the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana is set to undergo a democratic transition, with elections scheduled for mid-March. The electoral body recently published the definitive list of 157 contenders who will be battling for 25 prestigious seats within the Council.
While the polling for Chandigarh-based advocates is fixed for March 17, the legal fraternity across Punjab and Haryana will exercise their franchise on March 18.
The elections, which traditionally occur every five years, were delayed significantly after the 2023 schedule was deferred due to unforeseen circumstances. According to the final list released under the statutory Election Rules of 1968, the candidate pool showcases a blend o...