Bhubaneswar: The President of India has appointed Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray, a sitting judge of the Orissa High Court, to perform the duties of the Chief Justice of the High Court with effect from November 16, 2026.
According to a notification issued by the Department of Justice (Appointments Division) under the Union Ministry of Law and Justice on Friday, the appointment has been made in exercise of the powers conferred under Article 223 of the Constitution of India.
Justice Routray will assume the responsibilities following the retirement of the incumbent Chief Justice, Justice Harish Tandon, who is scheduled to retire on November 15, 2026.
With this appointment, Justice Routray will discharge the functions of the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court from November 16, ensuring continuity in the administration of the High Court following Justice Tandon’s retirement.
