Alka Lamba, a Congress leader and former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), announced her intention to appeal her conviction related to a protest against the Women's Reservation Bill held at Jantar Mantar in July 2024. The Rouse Avenue Court released her on probation for one year, requiring her to furnish a bond of ₹1 lakh, without imposing any fine or prison sentence. Lamba expressed her gratitude towards the court for acknowledging her compliance with the law throughout her political career, spanning 30 years. Her counsel, Aarfa Khanam, stated that they would challenge the conviction in the session court, emphasizing that the judge had not imposed any punishment. Lamba had previously submitted an application for probation, highlighting her respect for the judicial process. The case against her originated from an FIR registered at the Parliament Street Police Station in 2024, accusing her of violating prohibitory orders and obstructing public servants in their duties.