On September 21, the Central government officially announced the appointment of Chief Justices to eight High Courts across the country. This significant update was shared by Union Law Minister (Independent Charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal via his official handle on X.
Newly Appointed Chief Justices
The following judges have been appointed as Chief Justices:
| Judge | Previous Position | New Position |
|---|---|---|
| Justice Manmohan | Acting Chief Justice, Delhi High Court | Chief Justice, Delhi High Court |
| Justice Rajiv Shakdher | Judge, Delhi High Court | Chief Justice, Himachal Pradesh High Court |
| Justice Suresh Kait | Judge, Delhi High Court | Chief Justice, Madhya Pradesh High Court |
| Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji | Judge, Calcutta High Court | Chief Justice, Meghalaya High Court |
| Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar | Judge, Bombay High Court | Chief Justice, Kerala High Court |
| Justice Tashi Rabstan | Acting Chief Justice, J&K and Ladakh High Court | Chief Justice, J&K and Ladakh High Court |
| Justice Shriram Kalpathi Rajendran | Judge, Bombay High Court | Chief Justice, Madras High Court |
| Justice MS Ramachandra Rao | Chief Justice, Himachal Pradesh High Court | Transferred to Jharkhand High Court |
Background on the Appointments
The Supreme Court Collegium made the initial recommendations for these appointments on July 11. However, on September 17, the Collegium revised its earlier recommendations concerning the appointment of Chief Justices for four High Courts.
This decision marks an important step in the judicial system, ensuring that experienced and capable judges lead these key High Courts. The new appointments are expected to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial process in their respective regions.
Stay updated on further developments regarding judicial appointments and other legal news as the situation evolves.
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