Supreme Court Collegium Approves Appointment of Eight Judges to Gujarat High Court
New Delhi, March 19, 2025:
The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on March 19, 2025, approved the appointment of eight judicial officers as judges of the Gujarat High Court. The decision was made to strengthen the judiciary and address the growing workload in the High Court.
The appointed judicial officers are:
- Liyakathussain Shamsuddin Pirzada
- Ramchandra Thakurdas Vachhani
- Jayesh Lakhanshibhai Odedra
- Pranav Maheshbhai Raval
- Mool Chand Tyagi
- Dipak Mansukhlal Vyas
- Utkarsh Thakorbhai Desai
- Rohenkumar Kundanlal Chudawala
The appointments were recommended as part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the judicial system's efficiency and ensure timely justice. These judicial officers, known for their judicial acumen and dedication, are expected to contribute significantly to the Gujarat High Court's functioning.
The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by the Chief Justice of India, takes decisions on judicial appointments and transfers, maintaining transparency and accountability within the judiciary.
This development is seen as a step towards reinforcing the justice delivery system in Gujarat, addressing pending cases, and upholding the rule of law.