In a significant move aimed at strengthening the judiciary, the Supreme Court Collegium, during its session on February 25, 2025, has officially recommended the appointment of five distinguished advocates to the bench of the High Court at Calcutta. This announcement underscores the judiciary’s ongoing commitment to enhancing legal proceedings and accessibility.
The list of appointees includes a diverse group of legal practitioners, each bringing a wealth of expertise and experience to the bench. The nominees are:
1. Smt. Smita Das De
2. Shri Reetobroto Kumar Mitra
3. Shri Md. Talay Masood Siddiqui
4. Shri Krishnaraj Thaker
5. Shri Om Narayan Rai
This decision is part of the judiciary’s efforts to address the backlog of cases and improve the efficiency of legal processes. The inclusion of experts from various fields of law is expected to enhance the multidisciplinary approach of the court.
The recommendations have been sent to the Ministry of Law and Justice for further approval, following which the official appointments will be made.
