In a significant move aimed at strengthening the judiciary in Gujarat, the President of India has appointed seven Judicial Officers as Judges of the Gujarat High Court. These appointments have been made in exercise of the powers conferred under the Constitution of India, following consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
The newly appointed Judges are:
- Liyakathussain Shamsuddin Pirzada
- Ramchandra Thakurdas Vachhani
- Jayesh Lakhanshibhai Odedra
- Pranav Maheshbhai Raval
- Mool Chand Tyagi
- Dipak Mansukhlal Vyas
- Utkarsh Thakorbhai Desai
These appointments come as part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the functioning and capacity of the High Courts across the country by ensuring timely elevation of eligible and experienced judicial officers to the Bench.
The notification stated: “In exercise of the power conferred by the Constitution of India, the President of India, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, is pleased to appoint the following Judicial Officers as Judges of the Gujarat High Court.”
This decision is expected to improve the disposal rate of pending cases and bring further efficiency and experience to the Gujarat High Court, which plays a crucial role in the legal and constitutional framework of the state.
The swearing-in ceremonies of the newly appointed Judges are expected to take place shortly at the Gujarat High Court in Ahmedabad.
