Overview
- Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur administered the oath at a ceremony in Lok Bhawan, Gangtok.
- The Union Law Ministry notified his elevation on January 3 following a recommendation by the Supreme Court Collegium led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
- His prior judicial service includes terms as Additional Judge of the Kerala High Court from January 23, 2014, Permanent Judge from March 10, 2016, and Acting Chief Justice from July 5 to September 21, 2024.
- He holds a law degree from V.B. College of Law, Udupi, an LL.M in labour law from M.G. University, and a second master’s from Paris XI University in space and telecommunication law.
- A former litigation lawyer, arbitrator, and mediator, he has served as standing counsel for Kannur University and presented research at International Astronautical Congress meetings.