The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of Justice V Mohana, a judge of the Madras High Court, to the Supreme Court. The recommendation, which was sent to the central government on Tuesday, proposes that Justice Mohana be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Background of Justice V Mohana
Justice V Mohana has been serving as a judge of the Madras High Court since his appointment in 2016. He is known for his expertise in constitutional and criminal law. His elevation to the Supreme Court will fill one of the existing vacancies in the apex court, which currently has a sanctioned strength of 34 judges.
Collegium's Recommendation Process
The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by the Chief Justice of India, takes into account various factors such as seniority, merit, and representation from different high courts while recommending candidates for elevation. Justice Mohana's name was considered after the collegium assessed the need for judges from the southern region.
The central government will now process the recommendation, and upon approval, Justice Mohana will be appointed by the President of India. The appointment is expected to strengthen the Supreme Court's bench, particularly in handling cases related to criminal and constitutional matters.
Justice Mohana's elevation comes at a time when the Supreme Court is dealing with a significant backlog of cases. His experience and expertise are expected to contribute to the efficient disposal of cases.
