Supreme Court Gets Two New Judges, Seniority Debate Ignites
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday appointed Bombay High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Patna High Court Chief Justice Vipul Manubhai Pancholi as judges of the Supreme Court of India. The appointments bring the total number of judges to 34.
However, the elevation of Justice Pancholi has sparked a debate regarding seniority and regional representation within the apex court. Justice Nagarathna reportedly voiced concerns about the appointment.
Sources indicate that Justice Aradhe’s appointment holds significance given the possibility of him becoming the Chief Justice of India in 2031. This appointment further fuels discussions around the future composition of the Supreme Court bench.
The controversy surrounding Justice Pancholi’s elevation highlights the ongoing complexities in judicial appointments, raising crucial questions about merit, seniority, and equitable representation from various High Courts across the nation. The implications of these appointments will undoubtedly shape the landscape of Indian jurisprudence in the years to come.
