The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, has approved the appointment of three judicial officers as judges of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. The decision was taken during a meeting held on June 2, 2026.
Names Approved
The collegium cleared the names of Chirag Bhanu Singh, Bhupesh Sharma, and Yogesh Jaswal for elevation to the bench. All three are currently serving as judicial officers in the state.
Process and Significance
The collegium system, which involves the Chief Justice of India and a group of senior Supreme Court judges, plays a crucial role in recommending appointments to higher judiciary. This approval marks a step towards strengthening the Himachal Pradesh High Court's bench.
The appointments are expected to be formalized after the central government issues the necessary notifications. The move aims to address vacancies and improve judicial efficiency in the state.
