The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, has recommended the appointment of eight judicial officers as judges of the Gujarat High Court. The decision was made during a meeting held on March 19.
The Collegium also comprised Justices B R Gavai and Surya Kant, alongside the Chief Justice.
In a statement uploaded on the Supreme Court’s website, it announced the approval of the proposal to appoint Liyakathussain Shamsuddin Pirzada, Ramchandra Thakurdas Vachhani, Jayesh Lakhanshibhai Odedra, Pranav Maheshbhai Raval, Mool Chand Tyagi, Dipak Mansukhlal Vyas, Utkarsh Thakorbhai Desai, and Rohenkumar Kundanlal Chudawal as judges of the Gujarat High Court.
Following the recommendation, the Centre will review the proposed names and make a decision. There is no specified time frame for the Centre to convey its decision.
The Supreme Court Collegium serves as a statutory and independent body responsible for recommending appointments, elevations, and transfers of judges to both the high courts and the apex court.
Typically consisting of three to five of the most senior judges, including the Chief Justice, the Collegium operates on the principle that the majority view prevails in case of differences of opinion.
The Collegium system was established as part of the constitutional mandate that requires consultation with the Chief Justice of India for judicial appointments. This mechanism ensures transparency and consensus in the appointment process.
