Chief Justice Confirms Additional Appointments for Bombay High Court

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud announced imminent judge appointments for the Bombay High Court, addressing its current shortfall of 28 judges. The Supreme Court collegium has recommended nine advocates for the role. The High Court is dealing with a heavy workload due to vacancies, prompting the call for more judges.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud confirmed on Friday that additional judges will soon be appointed to the Bombay High Court, addressing its current staffing shortfall. Speaking during a hearing of an appeal against a Bombay High Court order, the Chief Justice emphasized the urgency of the matter.

Chief Justice Chandrachud made the remark while leading a bench that included Justice Manoj Misra. ''Wait for a few more days, you will get some judges to the Bombay HC,'' he assured, noting that the apex court collegium has made recommendations for new appointments, which are pending approval from the government.

The Bombay High Court currently has 66 sitting judges against a sanctioned strength of 94, resulting in 28 vacancies that contribute to the court's heavy workload. The collegium, comprising the Chief Justice, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, and Justice BR Gavai, has proposed the names of nine advocates for appointment to fill these vacancies.

(With inputs from agencies.)