## Report on Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Notification Regarding Government Pleaders/Counsels
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, dated March 10, 2021, regarding the appointment of Government Pleaders/Counsels. The core purpose of this notification is to appoint advocates to represent the Govt. of NCT of Delhi and/or Union of India in legal matters related to the Land Building Department. The key finding is that the notification establishes a panel of advocates for the High Court and District Courts of Delhi for a period of two years.
**2. Introduction:**
This report aims to provide an informative overview of a notification issued by the Government of NCT of Delhi concerning the appointment of Government Pleaders/Counsels. The analysis is based solely on the provided policy text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
This is a *new* policy establishing a list of empaneled lawyers.
* **Core Objective(s):** The primary objective is to appoint advocates to represent the Government of NCT of Delhi and/or the Union of India in legal proceedings concerning the Land Building Department and Land Acquisition Collector.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
* Since this is a new policy, the notification addresses the need for legal representation for the Government of NCT of Delhi and the Union of India in legal disputes related to land and building matters. This suggests that the government anticipates or is currently involved in such litigation and requires dedicated legal counsel.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
* **Appointment of Advocates:** The notification appoints specific advocates as Government Pleaders/Counsels.
* **Scope of Representation:** These advocates will represent the government in Suits, Appeals, CWP, CCP, RFAs, LPAs, and other proceedings related to the Land Building Department, the Land Acquisition Collector, and public officers whose defense has been undertaken by the government.
* **Designated Courts:** The advocates are appointed for the High Court of Delhi and District Courts in Delhi.
* **Panel Division:** The appointed advocates are divided into three groups: A - High Court, B - District Court, C - Miscellaneous Execution Cases in District Courts.
* **Tenure:** The appointments are for a period of two years, from March 13, 2021, to March 12, 2023.
* **Termination:** The appointment can be terminated with one month's notice by either the government or the advocate.
* **Applicable Rules:** The appointments are subject to specific terms and conditions outlined in Notifications No.F.5207Lit.303310 dated 18032008 for the High Court and F.512000Lit.13289 dated 05102000 for the District and Subordinate Courts, issued by the Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, Government of NCT of Delhi.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
* **Directly Affected:** The appointed advocates are directly affected. The Land Building Department, the Land Acquisition Collector, and public officers requiring legal defense are also directly affected.
* **Other Stakeholders:** The legal community, the judiciary, and citizens involved in land-related disputes with the government may also be considered stakeholders.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Land Building Department and the Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, Government of NCT of Delhi, are responsible for implementing the notification.
* **Timelines:** The appointments are valid for two years, from March 13, 2021, to March 12, 2023.
* **Procedures:** The selection and appointment process likely adhere to established government procedures and legal guidelines, as suggested by the reference to existing notifications.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
* The expected outcome is to ensure efficient and effective legal representation for the government in land-related cases. This should streamline legal proceedings, protect government interests, and potentially reduce legal costs. It provides clarity regarding who is authorized to represent the government in specific legal contexts.
**9. Conclusion:**
The notification outlines the appointment of Government Pleaders/Counsels for the Government of NCT of Delhi and the Union of India in matters concerning the Land Building Department. The appointments are for a fixed term, subject to specific conditions, and aim to ensure proper legal representation in relevant legal proceedings. This is a necessary step for the NCT of Delhi's Government to ensure they have the proper legal resources in place when dealing with litigation involving land and property within their jurisdiction.
Key Entities Referenced
National Capital Territory of Delhi: Union territory and metropolitan region in India.
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908: A procedural law related to the administration of civil proceedings in India.
High Court of Delhi: The high court with jurisdiction over the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
New Delhi: Capital of India and part of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, location of the Delhi High Court.
District Courts at Delhi: The district courts located within the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Land Building Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi: Government Department of National Capital Territory of Delhi
Land Acquisition Collector: Refers to the Land Acquisition Collector of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi
Union of India: The federal government of India.
Department of Law, Justice legislative Affairs, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi: Department of Law, Justice legislative Affairs of Delhi Government
Ajay Kumar Gupta: Special Secretary, Land & Building Department.
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LAND & BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 10th March, 2021
No. F.1/36/Panel/02/L&B/WC/6978-7025.—In supersession of all notifications issued earlier in
this regard, the Lieutenant Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi hereby appoints the following
Advocates as Government Pleaders/Counsels within the meaning of Sub-Section (7) of Section 2 of the
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 for the High Court of Delhi at New Delhi and District Courts at Delhi in
relation to any Suit, Appeal, CWP, CCP, RFAs and LPAs and other proceedings by or against the Govt.
of NCT of Delhi and/or Union of India in relation to the affairs in the Land & Building Department, Govt.
of NCT of Delhi/Land Acquisition Collector and/or Public Officer (s) whose defense has been undertaken
by it for a period of two years from 13th March, 2021 to 12th March, 2023.
(A) FOR HIGH COURT
1. Ms. RACHANA SRIVASTAVA
2. Sh. SANJAY DEWAN
3. Sh. V. BALAJI
4. Sh. SANJAY KUMAR PATHAK
5. Ms. ASTHA TYAGI
6. Sh. RAJNEESH KUMAR SHARMA
7. Sh. RAJESH KUMAR
8. Sh. BIRAJA KANTA MAHAPATRA
9. Sh. SIDDHARTH PANDA
10. Sh. RAVI PRAKASH
11. Sh. CHANDER PRAKASH
12. Sh. NAGINDER BENIPAL
13. Sh. NAUSHAD AHMED KHAN
(B) FOR DISTRICT COURT
01. Sh. SATVIR SINGH DALAL
02. Sh. SURINDER KUMAR PURI
03. Sh. JAI KUMAR SINHA
04. Sh. VINAY KUMAR
05. Sh. SATISH RANA
06. Sh. SATISH SHARMA
07. Sh. VINOD KUMAR[PART II—I DELHI GAZETTE : EXTRAORDINARY 4
08. Sh. VIJAY SHARMA
09. Sh. ARVIND VISHWABANDHU
10. Sh. SANDEEP YADAV
11. Sh. JASWANT ROY
12. Ms. CHAITALI JAIN
13. Ms. SARITA AGGARWAL
14. Sh. YOGESH SAINI
15. Sh. ABHAY PRATAP SINGH
16. Sh. VIKAS SHOKEEN
C. FOR MISCELLANEOUS & EXECUTION CASES IN DISTRICT COURTS
01. Sh. PAWAN KUMAR
02. Sh. AMIT SINHA
03. Ms. NEHA SINGH
04. Sh. KARAN KAKKAR
05. Sh. ANSHUMAN BAHADUR
The appointment is terminable on one-month notice on either side. The appointment is subject to
the terms and conditions as contained in the Notification No.F.5(2)/07/Lit./303-310 dated 18/03/2008 for
the High Court and F.5(1)/2000-Lit./13289 dated 05/10/2000 for the District and Subordinate Courts issued
by the Department of Law, Justice & legislative Affairs, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi
and also as may be prescribed from time to time.
By Order and in the Name of
Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi
AJAY KUMAR GUPTA, Spl. Secy. (L&B)
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