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Justice Kempaiah Somashekar Assumes Role as Manipur High Court's 9th Chief Justice

Sworn in on May 22, 2025, Justice Somashekar brings over three decades of judicial experience to his new position following the retirement of Justice D. Krishnakumar.

Justice Kempaiah Somashekar

Overview

  • Justice Kempaiah Somashekar was formally sworn in as the 9th Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court at a ceremony led by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan in Imphal on May 22, 2025.
  • He succeeds Justice D. Krishnakumar, who retired on May 21, 2025, marking a seamless leadership transition within the judiciary.
  • The Supreme Court Collegium recommended Justice Somashekar's appointment on May 15, with the President of India granting approval under Article 217(1) of the Constitution on May 20.
  • Justice Somashekar has a distinguished judicial career spanning over 30 years, starting his legal practice in 1990 and serving in key roles across Karnataka’s judiciary.
  • His tenure is expected to enhance judicial administration and case management in Manipur, leveraging his extensive experience as a District and Sessions Judge and other senior judicial roles.