Collegium recommends appointment of two advocates as Himachal Pradesh High Court judges

The High Court is currently functioning with 11 judges against its approved strength of 17.

Bar & Bench

Published:16th Sep, 2025 at 9:24 AM

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of two advocates as the judges of Himachal Pradesh High Court.

The decision was taken at a meeting of the Collegium held on Monday (September 15), a statement released by the top court said.

The lawyers recommended for judgeship are:

1. Jiya Lal Bhardwaj;

2. Romesh Verma.

The High Court is currently functioning with 11 judges against its approved strength of 17.

[Read Supreme Court Statement]

Himachal High Court recommendation.pdf