NEW DELHI: The privilege committee of the Bar Council of Punjab & Haryana has exonerated M3M India directors Roop Bansal and Yateesh Wahal, along with 17 lawyers representing them, from claims of bench hunting and forum shopping.
In a comprehensive seven-page order issued on November 12, 2025, the Committee concluded that there was no evidence of malicious intent or any organized effort to sway case assignments. The order indicated that withdrawals, re-filings, and listings of cases are standard practice within legal proceedings.
The committee’s conclusions came after a thorough examination of written submissions, affidavits, and electronic communications, as well as several hearings. It also pointed out that the assignment of advocates to specific benches is an internal procedure of the High Court registry, which is not accessible to litigants or attorneys.
M3M India expressed satisfaction with the ruling, describing it as a robust affirmation of procedural integrity and reaffirming its dedication to legal compliance and corporate governance.
