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Justice Sudhir Singh Appointed Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court.

Appointment | Dated: 25 Oct 2025

Justice **Sudhir Singh**, a senior judge of the Patna High Court, was appointed as its **Acting Chief Justice (CJ)** following the retirement of Chief Justice Pavankumar Bhimappa Bajanthri. Justice Singh, who was elevated to the bench in 2015, will assume charge as the senior-most judge of the High Court.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Justice Sudhir Singh was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice (CJ) of Patna High Court.
  • His appointment follows the retirement of the previous Chief Justice, Pavankumar Bhimappa Bajanthri.
  • He will assume charge as the senior-most judge of the High Court.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • His appointment was made via a notification from the Law Ministry.
  • Justice Singh has practiced extensively in Criminal and Writ matters.
  • Appointment ensures continuity in the high court's judicial administration.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court?

Correct Answer: Justice Sudhir Singh

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About Patna High Court

  • Established: 1916, Jurisdiction: State of Bihar, Current CJ: Justice K. Vinod Chandran.
  • Justice Sudhir Singh: Appointed Permanent Judge in 2016, Appointment Type: Acting Chief Justice.