Nainital: Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. Justice Gupta is currently serving at the Allahabad High Court. The current Chief Justice, G. Narendra, is retiring on January 9th.
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta becomes Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court: It is noteworthy that the current Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court, Justice Guhanathan Narendra, is retiring from his post on January 9, 2026, upon reaching the age of 62. Now, Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court.
Supreme Court Collegium recommended the promotion: The Supreme Court Collegium had recommended the promotion of Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta last month. He was appointed as a judge of the Allahabad High Court on April 12, 2013. He is scheduled to retire on October 8, 2026.
Chief Justice G. Narendra retiring on January 9th: It is worth noting that on Friday, January 9th, the Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court, Justice Guhanathan Narendra (G. Narendra), is retiring from his post. Chief Justice G. Narendra assumed office as the Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court on December 26, 2024. During his tenure, he delivered several important judgments that are considered exemplary.
Siddharth Sah becomes Additional Judge of Uttarakhand High Court: Meanwhile, advocate Siddharth Sah took oath as an Additional Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court on Thursday, January 8th. Chief Justice Justice G. Narendra administered the oath of office and secrecy to him. After his swearing-in, the number of judges in the Uttarakhand High Court has increased to 10. However, Chief Justice G. Narendra is retiring the very next day, January 9th.
