The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended five senior High Court judges for appointment as Chief Justices across Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Sikkim and Patna High Courts. The proposals will now be sent to the Union Government for approval and formal notification.
The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed the elevation of five judges to Chief Justice positions in various High Courts during its meeting on May 26, 2025. This decision aims to strengthen judicial leadership, ensuring efficient administration as vacancies arise. The recommendations await approval from the Union Government for implementation.
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Today(24th Sept), the Delhi High Court held a farewell for Justices Rajiv Shakdher and Suresh Kumar Kait, who will become Chief Justices in Himachal Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, respectively. Justice Shakdher was praised for advancing e-filing systems, while Justice Kait was recognized for impactful legal interpretations. Their legacies of innovation and reform are expected to influence future legal landscapes.
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, updated its appointments for Chief Justices of four High Courts due to prior delays from the Central Government. New recommendations now include Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji for Meghalaya, Justice Suresh Kumar Kait for Madhya Pradesh, Justice GS Sandhawalia for Himachal Pradesh, and Justice Tashi Rabstan for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
