Judge Kaveri Baweja Appointed as Registrar (Vigilance) of Delhi High Court

In a significant administrative reshuffle within the Delhi High Court, Special Judge Kaveri Baweja has been appointed as the new Registrar (Vigilance), while Special Judge Arun Bhardwaj will assume charge as the Registrar General from May 1, 2025. Judge Baweja has handled several high-profile cases, including the Delhi excise policy case, the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, and matters linked to the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. Her appointment highlights the court’s emphasis on judicial experience and integrity in overseeing vigilance matters. Judge Bhardwaj, known for exclusively hearing coal scam cases, will also take over an equally significant administrative role at the court.

Key Highlights

Judge Kaveri Baweja’s New Role

• Appointed as Registrar (Vigilance) of the Delhi High Court on a deputation basis with immediate effect.

Important Cases Handled by Judge Baweja

• Delhi Excise Policy Case
• Ordered former CM Arvind Kejriwal’s remand to the ED.
• Denied regular bail to former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia.
• 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots: Handed a life sentence to former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar.
• 2020 Delhi Riots Case: Stayed trial court order seeking further probe into Kapil Mishra’s alleged role.

Judge Baweja’s Previous Posting

• Served as Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI) at Rouse Avenue Court.

Official Order

• Appointment confirmed via an administrative order from the office of the Chief Justice of Delhi High Court.

Judge Arun Bhardwaj’s Appointment

• New Role: Will assume charge as the Registrar General of the Delhi High Court effective May 1, 2025.
• Current Role: Currently serving in the office of Principal District & Sessions Judge-cum-Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI).
• Previous Contributions: Known for exclusively hearing cases related to the coal “scam”, making him a trusted judicial figure for sensitive matters.
• Administrative Designation: Appointed as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) on a deputation basis; will assist the current Registrar General until he takes charge.