The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) has raised concerns with CJI BR Gavai and the Supreme Court Collegium over frequent transfers of judges. It urged greater transparency and consultation in judicial appointments and transfers.
Supreme Court Collegium, led by CJI BR Gavai, will interview 33 candidates, including judicial officers and lawyers, to fill urgent Allahabad High Court vacancies amid the rising backlog of cases.
Senior Advocate Indira Jaising raised serious concerns over the non-appointment of women judges to the Supreme Court of India. She questioned why the President of the SCBA has not protested, highlighting that 28 male judges were appointed since 2021.
Former SC judge Justice Madan B. Lokur has revealed that the government repeatedly pressured the Collegium to transfer Justice S. Muralidhar after a judgment displeased the Executive. His disclosure reignites concerns over judicial independence and misuse of transfers.
Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa has appealed to CJI BR Gavai to halt the proposed transfers of Justices Arun Monga and Tara Vitasta Ganju, citing their outstanding contributions at Delhi High Court. He emphasized that their relocation could impact timely justice delivery and public confidence in the judiciary.
The Centre approves the appointment of CJI Bhushan Gavai’s nephew, Raj Damodar Wakode, among 14 advocates recommended as Bombay High Court judges, sparking attention on judicial elevations.
Former Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka said Justice BV Nagarathna’s dissent over Justice Vipul Pancholi’s elevation must be disclosed. He stressed transparency in Collegium decisions while balancing lawyers’ privacy.
Senior Advocate Indira Jaisingh criticised the Supreme Court Collegium, pointing out that since 2021, after Justices Hima Kohli, B.V. Nagarathna, and Bela Trivedi were appointed, not a single woman has been recommended, asking, “Does wisdom lie only with men?”
CJAR questions Supreme Court over Patna Chief Justice Vipul Pancholi’s elevation, urging disclosure of Justice BV Nagarathna’s dissent note and reasons behind the collegium decision.
Supreme Court Collegium transfers 14 High Court judges across India. Read the full list of judges, their new postings, and key details of the reshuffle.
