The Central government Today (Oct 1) notified the appointment of 2 judicial officers as Patna High Court judges. The newly appointed High Court judges are Justices Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey. The Supreme Court Collegium had recommended the elevation of the two Bihar judicial officers as High Court judges on September 24. Union Law Minister (Independent Charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal announced that this recommendation has been cleared by the Central government on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle.
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NEW DELHI: The Central government officially announced the appointment of two judicial officers as judges of the Patna High Court, marking a significant development in the judiciary of Bihar.
The two newly appointed High Court judges are Justices Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey, both seasoned judicial officers who have now been elevated to serve on the Patna High Court bench. This decision follows the recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium, which had proposed their elevation on September 24.
The announcement of the appointments was confirmed by Union Law Minister (Independent Charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal, who took to his official X account (formerly known as Twitter) to share the news. In his post, the Law Minister expressed that the Central government had cleared the recommendations of the Supreme Court Collegium, thereby concluding the process.
The elevation of Justices Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey reflects the continuous efforts by the judiciary to strengthen the justice delivery system in the state of Bihar. The Supreme Court Collegium, responsible for making judicial appointments, had thoroughly reviewed their qualifications before making the recommendation on September 24.
The official notification by the Central government marks the final step in their appointment, providing a boost to the functioning of the Patna High Court. These appointments are expected to play a crucial role in addressing the judicial backlog and enhancing the efficiency of the court.
In a post on social media, Arjun Ram Meghwal confirmed,
“This recommendation has been cleared by the Central government,”
highlighting the importance of the swift approval process.
This notification aligns with the government’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that vacancies in the higher judiciary are filled promptly to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the judicial system.
The Supreme Court Collegium has consistently worked to ensure that qualified and experienced judicial officers are appointed to higher courts. The elevation of Justices Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey is part of this broader mission, ensuring that the judiciary is well-equipped to serve the public with fairness and efficiency.
In conclusion, the Central government’s decision to notify the appointment of these two judicial officers is a step forward in strengthening the judiciary in Bihar, ensuring that the Patna High Court continues to function smoothly. The timely elevation of these officers is a testament to the efficiency of the judicial appointment process.
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