Lawyers in Indore protest, blocking High Court square
Lawyers in Indore protested for three hours on Saturday, blocking the High Court square. The protest followed a violent altercation involving a local lawyer and a resident, which led to police intervention and allegations of excessive force. The incident began on Holi when a resident confronted children playing with colors. A lawyer intervened, resulting in a physical confrontation. Lawyers demanded action against police officers involved in the incident, leading to significant traffic disruptions. In response to the protest, authorities suspended five police personnel and initiated a preliminary inquiry. The protest ended after these actions, with officials stating that investigations into the incident would continue.