Dhanbad Lawyers Launch Indefinite Pen-Down Strike Over Court Entry, Parking Issues

• Lawyers in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, began an indefinite pen-down strike on Thursday.
• The strike demands permanent entry and parking facilities within the court premises for advocates and litigants.
• Dhanbad Bar Association general secretary Jitendra Kumar stated that the district administration and Sadar hospital blocked a temporary court entrance with a wall.
• Over 5,000 lawyers participated, citing severe hardship due to lack of proper parking and access.
• Lawyers insist on a written assurance from the district administration to withdraw the strike, rejecting verbal promises.

Why It Matters: Dhanbad lawyers are on an indefinite strike, demanding written assurance for court entry and parking solutions.