Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and SV Bhatti join Supreme Court, increasing total judges to 32.

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Elevation of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and SV Bhatti

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and SV Bhatti as Supreme Court judges. This recommendation was made on July 5 and has been welcomed by the legal community.

Appointment Notification by Central Government

The Central government has notified the appointment of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and SV Bhatti to the Supreme Court on July 12. This formalizes their elevation and paves the way for their official induction into the top court.

Justice Bhuyan’s Background

Justice Bhuyan was serving as the Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court before his elevation. He has a distinguished career and has previously served as a judge of the Gauhati High Court. He was appointed as a judge of the Gauhati High Court on October 17, 2011. Justice Bhuyan is the senior-most judge of his parent High Court and had been serving as Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court since June 28, 2022.

Justice Bhatti’s Background

Justice Bhatti, on the other hand, was the Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court. He has served as a judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh before being transferred to the Kerala High Court in March 2019. Justice Bhatti is the senior-most judge in his parent High Court and has a wealth of experience in the judiciary.

Implications of the Appointment

The appointment of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and SV Bhatti as Supreme Court judges will bring a fresh perspective and expertise to the top court. Both judges have a strong track record and are known for their integrity and commitment to justice. Their elevation will further strengthen the judiciary and enhance its ability to deliver justice to the people.