An internal dispute has emerged within the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) following the controversial actions of its President, Adish Aggarwala, regarding the ongoing Farmers' Protest. The disagreement stems from a letter penned by Aggarwala to the Chief Justice of India (CJI), urging suo motu action against what he termed as "erring farmers" involved in the protests.

The letter, purportedly written on the SCBA's letterhead, has sparked backlash from numerous members of the association. Nearly 150 Supreme Court lawyers have signed a resolution demanding a general body meeting to address the removal of Aggarwala from his position. They argue that the President acted without proper authority and consultation, misusing his position within the association.

Previously, a majority of the Executive Committee members of the SCBA had distanced themselves from Aggarwala's letter. In a resolution, 13 out of 21 members clarified that the President's actions were unilateral and did not represent the collective stance of the Executive Committee. They emphasized their disagreement with the contents of the letter and disassociated themselves from it.

The crux of Aggarwala's letter to the CJI revolved around concerns regarding the Farmers' Protest, particularly the disruption caused by protesters heading towards Delhi from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. He argued that while the farmers may have legitimate grievances, their actions should not inconvenience the general public. Aggarwala urged the Supreme Court to intervene and prevent the protesters from causing further disruption.

However, his characterization of the protest as potentially politically motivated and his call for suo motu action against the farmers have drawn criticism from within the SCBA. Members have expressed concerns about the letter's tone and its implications, particularly regarding the association's impartiality and commitment to upholding legal principles.

The controversy highlights broader divisions within legal circles regarding the Farmers' Protest and the appropriate role of the judiciary in addressing socio-political issues. While some members of the SCBA support Aggarwala's stance, others view it as an overreach that could undermine the association's credibility and independence.