IAL Jharkhand Chapter’s State-Level Seminar Concludes; Demand Raised for ‘Advocate Protection Act’ in ‘Ranchi Declaration 2026’
Ranchi: Advocates play a pivotal role in strengthening the nation's judicial system and protecting citizens' rights. Lawyers work to resolve disputes and reinforce the rule of law within society. The state government is sensitive to the welfare of advocates and is working to safeguard their interests through various schemes, including health insurance. These remarks were made by Hafizul Hasan, the Minister for Minority Welfare.
He was addressing the state-level seminar titled "The Preamble of the Indian Constitution and the Citizen"—organized jointly by the Indian Association of Lawyers (IAL) Jharkhand Chapter and Hoffman Law Associates at the XISS Auditorium, Ranchi—as the chief guest.
The event commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp and the reading of the Preamble to the Constitution. A large number of advocates from various districts of Jharkhand participated in the seminar.
Former Justice SN Pathak: The Constitution's Preamble Remains Robust Even in the Digital Age
Retired Jharkhand High Court Justice SN Pathak stated that the Constitution has always stood firm in protecting the rights of the country's citizens. Even in the era of social media, artificial intelligence, and cyberspace, the Preamble to the Constitution remains fully aligned with its core objectives.
Former Justice Ratnakar Bhengra remarked that the Constitution is a symbol of the nation's honor and unity, providing protection to people across all classes, religions, and communities.
State Advocate General Rohiteshya Rai stated that the Constitution is the greatest guardian of the common man's rights, and its Preamble encapsulates the entire spirit of civil rights.
Advocates' Interests Championed in ‘Ranchi Declaration 2026’
Advocate AK Rasidi, a member of the Jharkhand State Bar Council and Secretary of the IAL, described the event as historic and designated it as the ‘Ranchi Declaration 2026’. He demanded that Parliament and the Legislative Assembly enact the Advocate Protection Act without delay. He stated that it is essential to provide a secure environment for advocates so that they can perform their roles within the justice system without fear. Additionally, demands were raised for financial support for junior lawyers and a pension scheme for senior advocates.
Sanjay Kumar Vidrohi, General Secretary of the Ranchi District Bar Association, remarked that it is everyone's responsibility to ensure the core spirit of the Constitution reaches the last person in society.
Advocates from across Jharkhand—including Ranchi, Hazaribagh, Bokaro, Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Ramgarh, and Giridih—participated in the event. During the proceedings, newly elected bar members from various districts were felicitated.
