Jaiswal Re-elected as DBA President for Second Term, Gulhane Elected Secretary Nagpur: In a closely contested election that highlighted shifting dynamics within the legal community, Prakash Jaiswal secured his second term as president of the District Bar Association (DBA), defeating former secretary Nitin Deshmukh by a narrow margin of 74 votes. Anil Gulhane emerged as the new secretary, winning with a commanding lead. Jaiswal’s victory marked a historic milestone for the DBA, as he became the first individual to hold the presidency twice in the association’s history. The election results reflected strong support for Jaiswal, who garnered 1,218 votes compared to Deshmukh’s 1,144. Other candidates, including Manoj Sable with 324 votes, trailed significantly. In the secretary race, Gulhane secured 1,091 votes, far surpassing his closest rival, Amit Band, who received 684. The margin of victory for Gulhane was 407 votes, underscoring his dominance in the contest. Jaiswal’s return to the presidency followed a previous tenure in 2015 and a defeat in the 2023 election. Overcoming that setback, he mounted a vigorous campaign, which many described as high-intensity. Moments after the results were announced, Jaiswal broke down emotionally, overwhelmed by the outcome. Speaking to reporters, he emphasized his commitment to addressing the concerns of legal professionals. “Lawyers have elected me to raise their voice,” he said. “I will ensure seating facilities for young practitioners, work towards better amenities for women, and fulfill all promises made to the members.” Gulhane, who won the secretary post by a significant margin, pledged to deliver on the expectations of the bar association.#district_bar_association #nitin_deshmukh #prakash_jaiswal #anil_gulhane #vilas_raut
