The President of India has officially appointed Rudra Prakash Mishra and Ramesh Chand Malviya, both judicial officers, to serve as Judges of the Patna High Court. This significant decision marks a crucial development in the legal landscape of the region.
These judicial officers, possessing a wealth of experience and legal expertise, have been entrusted with the responsibility of upholding justice and ensuring the rule of law in the Patna High Court. Their appointments signify the confidence placed in their abilities to administer justice fairly and impartially.
As Judges of the Patna High Court, Rudra Prakash Mishra and Ramesh Chand Malviya will play pivotal roles in addressing legal matters, interpreting laws, and delivering judgments that impact the lives of the people in the region. Their collective contributions are expected to further enhance the functioning of the judiciary and facilitate access to justice for the citizens of Bihar and the surrounding areas.
Overall, this appointment underscores the commitment of the Indian government to strengthening the judicial system and ensuring the efficient administration of justice in the Patna High Court.
In October 2023, the Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud and consisting of Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sanjiv Khanna, had proposed Rudra Prakash Mishra and Ramesh Chand Malviya as candidates for the position of Judges at the Patna High Court.
The Collegium, in its resolution dated October 17, 2023, specified that the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, in consultation with the two most senior colleagues, endorsed the promotion of the two judicial officers to the position of Judges in the High Court of Judicature at Patna. Additionally, the Chief Minister and the Governor of the State of Bihar have also expressed their agreement with this recommendation.
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