Overview
- The Union Law Ministry issued the appointment under Article 217, with effect from the date he assumes charge.
- Justice Chandrashekhar has been serving as Acting Chief Justice under Article 223 after Justice Alok Aradhe moved to the Supreme Court.
- Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal announced the decision on X following the Centre’s notification.
- The Bombay High Court currently has 82 judges against a sanctioned strength of 94, making leadership continuity part of efforts to bolster capacity at India’s second-largest high court.
- His career includes nearly two decades of practice in Delhi, roles as standing counsel for AICTE and Jharkhand, appointment to the Jharkhand High Court in 2013, confirmation in 2014, service as its Acting Chief Justice in December 2023, and transfer to Bombay in July 2025.