Allahabad High Court Initiates Contempt Action Against Man Caught Recording VC Proceedings On Mobile Phone

The Allahabad High Court has initiated contempt action against a Pairokar who was caught recording the video conferencing hearing on his mobile.

The Bench of Justice Krishan Pahal issued a show-cause notice to him terming the act as a "serious interference with the administration of justice".

The Petitioner was represented by Advocate Brij Gopal Singh, while the Respondent was represented by Advocate Pooja Mishra.

"This act constitutes a serious interference with the administration of justice and a prima facie case of criminal contempt under the Contempt of Courts Act", the Court ruled as the accused admitted to committing the act.

The matter was listed for December 18, 2025.

Cause Title: Ravendra Kumar Dhobi v. State Of U.P. And 3 Others

Appearances:

Petitioner- Advocates Brij Gopal Singh, Brij Raj Singh and Saransh Singh

Respondent- Advocate Pooja Mishra, Government Advocate

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