The Delhi High Court Chief Justice praised Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s journey from a district court lawyer to the top judicial post, calling it a shining example of merit over privilege. He said the CJI’s life proves that hard work, conviction, and humility can break every glass ceiling in the judiciary.
Justice Alok Aradhe was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court on January 13, succeeding Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, who is now the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. The oath ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, attended by various dignitaries. Justice Aradhe has a distinguished legal career and initiated transparency reforms in his previous role.
New Delhi, January 21, 2025 – Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya will be sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court today. The ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM at Raj Niwas, Civil Lines, Delhi. It will be attended by key government officials, sitting judges, legal professionals, and other dignitaries.
The President of India has transferred Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya from Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court to Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, following a Supreme Court Collegium recommendation. Justice Alok Aradhe is appointed as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. Both appointments took effect as of January 14.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya for appointment as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, replacing Justice Vibhu Bakhru. Currently the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Upadhyaya’s appointment follows his legal career, including roles in the Allahabad High Court and state legal counsels.