Bar Council likely to take disciplinary action against Antony Raju
As part of the proceedings, notices will be issued to Antony Raju and the concerned parties.
As part of the proceedings, notices will be issued to Antony Raju and the concerned parties.
As part of the proceedings, notices will be issued to Antony Raju and the concerned parties.
The Bar Council is likely to initiate disciplinary action against former minister and advocate Antony Raju, who was convicted in a case related to tampering with material evidence. The Bar Council’s disciplinary committee will examine the matter.
As part of the proceedings, notices will be issued to Antony Raju and the concerned parties. The Bar Council will decide on further action after hearing detailed arguments. Disciplinary action could range from a six-month or one-year suspension to permanent removal.
The Nedumangadu court has sentenced Antony Raju to three years’ imprisonment in the case. Meanwhile, Antony Raju's efforts to resign from his membership of the Kerala Legislative Assembly have failed. The Speaker’s office clarified that resignation is not possible as he has been disqualified following the court order. Issuing the official notification is the only remaining procedural step.