Rajasthan Appoints New High Court Chief Justice Amid Punjab Objections

Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal has been sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court following his central government appointment. The Punjab government has formally objected to the selection, arguing that state consent was improperly bypassed during the judicial transfer process.

6 Sept, 23:50 — 7 Sept, 05:38

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Why this matters

In India, the appointment of High Court Chief Justices typically requires consultation between the central executive and state governments. These disputes often surface when regional administrations feel bypassed, highlighting ongoing tensions between federal authority and state autonomy in judicial matters. Such conflicts can delay critical leadership transitions and impact court functioning.

Key entitiesPunjab Government Union Government Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra Punjab and Haryana High Court

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Punjab cabinet passed a formal resolution opposing the appointment.
The central government notified the appointment without seeking state consent.
Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra was selected as the new Chief Justice.
The state government has moved to place the appointment on hold pending resolution.

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Punjab cabinet passed a resolution against the appointment.

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The Centre notified the appointment without consulting the state government.

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Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra was appointed as the new Chief Justice.

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Punjab authorities have placed the appointment on hold.

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Constitutional and legal framework governing state consultation in judicial appointments

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual5h ago

'Our consent wasn't taken': Punjab govt objects to appointment of new HC CJ

The Punjab cabinet passed a resolution against the Centre's appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra. This action was taken after the Centre notified the appointment without state government consent. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated this violated constitutional norms and procedures. He described the appointment as an assault on Punjab's rights by the central government. The state government believes the Centre acted too hastily in this matter.

By NAVJEEVAN GOPAL

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual1h ago