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Lawyers protest in Hyderabad after senior advocate’s brutal murder
Lawyers in Hyderabad staged protests on March 25, 2025, demanding the immediate implementation of the Advocate Protection Act following the brutal murder of senior advocate Israel. Israel, a member of the Ranga Reddy Bar Association, was fatally stabbed by an electrician in the Santosh Nagar area on March 24, 2025, after filing a complaint against the electrician on behalf of a woman who accused him of harassment. The protests, which began at the Nampally Criminal Court, saw lawyers boycotting their duties and calling for stronger measures to ensure their safety. They condemned the government's failure to address previous incidents of violence against lawyers. The protests escalated when lawyers attempted to storm the assembly and were detained by police. The advocates vowed to intensify their protests until adequate protection measures are put in place.02:03 PM Mar 25, 2025 IST