Supreme Court Collegium Adopts Early Transfer Policy for Incoming High Court Chief Justices

The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, has adopted a new policy to transfer judges slated to become Chief Justices of High Courts well in advance, preferably two months before the vacancy arises. This aims to help them familiarize themselves with the new court's functioning before assuming charge. Following this, Justice Lisa Gill of Punjab and Haryana High Court has been recommended for transfer and appointment as Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court. Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari of Kerala High Court is recommended as Chief Justice of Madras High Court. Additionally, nine advocates have been recommended for appointment as judges of the Patna High Court.