Lawyers observe strike against Quetta, Ziarat incidents

LAHORE: The lawyers community Monday observed strike to register their protest against bloodshed in Quetta and attack on Ziarat residency.

Responding to the call of Punjab Bar Council, the lawyers boycotted court proceedings at the Lahore High Court, session, civil, and other courts in city.

However, the boycott affected litigants who had to return
disappointed, as their cases could not be heard.

Meanwhile, the Lahore High Court Bar Association (LHCBA) on Monday also held a meeting of its general house, which was presided over by the LHCBA President Abid Saqi.

On this occasion, the speakers condemned the Quetta and Ziarat incidents and demanded the government to arrest the culprits. (APP)