Appointment of Shri Ashish Naithani as Judge of Uttarakhand High Court

On January 6, 2025, the Central Government appointed Shri Ashish Naithani, a distinguished judicial officer, as a judge of the Uttarakhand High Court. This appointment addresses the current shortfall in the court’s sanctioned strength of 11 judges, as it has been functioning with only 6 judges, leaving 5 vacancies.

Background and Appointment Details

The President of India has assented to the appointment of Justice Ashish Naithani as a Permanent Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court. The notification issued by the Law Ministry states that, “In exercise of the power conferred by clause (1) of Article 224 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint Sri Ashish Naithani, to be Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court, with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office.”

Oath Ceremony

The oath ceremony for Shri Ashish Naithani as a judge of the Uttarakhand High Court was held on January 9, 2025, at 10:15 A.M. in Nainital. The event was attended by various dignitaries and members of the legal community.

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