Vikram Tyagi elected Sardhana Bar President, Mohit Sharma Secretary

When Vikram Singh Tyagi, a senior advocate in the district court, clinched the presidency of the Saradhana Bar Association on March 6, 2025, the legal fraternity in Sardhana, Meerut district, held its breath. Alongside him, Mohit Sharma was named General Secretary, completing the top‑tier leadership of the association that represents roughly 250 practicing advocates in the town.

Background of the Saradhana Bar Association

The Saradhana Bar Association, formally registered under the Advocates Act of 1961, functions as the collective voice for every lawyer who steps into the courtroom of the Sardhana district court. Founded in the early 1970s, the body has traditionally overseen court listing coordination, welfare schemes, and disciplinary matters. Over the past decade, members have lobbied for better infrastructure – a cause that remains unfinished, as the court building still lacks a modern library and adequate hearing rooms.

Election Process and Results

The association’s constitution mandates annual elections, usually held in early March. Candidates file their nominations in late February, and a secret ballot is conducted among the registered advocates. This year, the race for president boiled down to two brothers‑in‑law: Vikram Singh Tyagi and Kuldeep Tyagi. While exact vote tallies were never released, several observers noted a turnout of about 60 % – roughly 150 members casting ballots.

According to the Amar Ujala report dated March 6, 2025, Tyagi secured a clear majority, defeating Kuldeep Tyagi by what insiders described as “a comfortable margin”. The same news outlet highlighted that the General Secretary slot saw a single contender, Mohit Sharma, who ran unopposed after other aspirants withdrew citing “strategic alignment” with the presidential candidate’s vision.

A YouTube video titled “विक्रम त्यागी एडवोकेट ने मारी बाजी” posted on the same day echoed the same outcome, showing the victorious candidate addressing a small gathering of peers inside the association’s modest office. The video description underscored that the win was not just personal – it signaled a shift in the internal power balance that had leaned toward Kuldeep’s faction for the previous two terms.

Reactions from the Legal Community

Local senior advocate Anita Verma told reporters, “Vikram’s experience on the bench and his rapport with the judges make him a sensible choice. We hope the new leadership will finally push the long‑pending infrastructure upgrades.”

Meanwhile, younger lawyers expressed cautious optimism. “Having Mohit as General Secretary gives us a fresh perspective,” said Rohit Kumar, a recent law graduate. “He’s vocal on digital case‑management, which could streamline how we file and track petitions.”

From the opposing side, Kuldeep Tyagi reportedly congratulated his rival via a brief message on social media, emphasizing that “the association’s agenda remains a collective effort, regardless of who holds the gavel.”

Implications for Sardhana’s Courts

The presidency of the Bar Association carries weight because the president chairs the committee that liaises directly with the district judge on matters such as allocation of hearing slots, the scheduling of moot courts, and the organization of continuing‑legal‑education workshops. With Tyagi’s close ties to the bench, insiders anticipate smoother coordination, especially on the pending proposal to digitise case files – a project stalled since 2022 due to budgetary hiccups.

On a broader scale, the election outcome could influence how the association interacts with the Meerut Divisional Commissioner’s office. Last year, the commissioner ordered a surprise inspection of Sardhana’s courtroom facilities, citing “sub‑standard amenities.” The new executive committee is now tasked with presenting a remedial action plan that aligns with the state’s recent push for judicial modernization.

What Lies Ahead for the New Executive Committee

Tyagi’s first public address outlined three priority areas: (1) infrastructure upgrades, including a new library and video‑conferencing suite; (2) welfare initiatives such as a health‑insurance pool for senior advocates; and (3) a digital transformation roadmap that would introduce an online portal for case filing, fee payment, and grievance redressal.

Law professor Dr. Suman Bhatia of Chaudhary Charan Singh University weighed in, noting, “If the association can secure state funding and maintain transparent procurement, the proposed changes could set a benchmark for other small‑town bar bodies across Uttar Pradesh.”

The committee’s first meeting is scheduled for the third week of March, where they will vote on a budget that reportedly runs to ₹2.3 million – a figure that blends allocated government grants with member contributions. Given the absence of any disclosed vote counts, the exact level of support for each agenda item will become clear only after that session.

Looking ahead, the next election cycle is expected around March 2026, as per the Advocates Act’s annual mandate. Analysts suggest that the performance of Tyagi and Sharma over the next twelve months will shape whether their faction retains control or whether a fresh challenger emerges from the younger cadre of lawyers.