Bhubaneswar: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of Justice Harish Tandon as the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court. Justice Tandon is currently serving as a judge in Calcutta High Court.
The appointment was made against the vacancy which arose consequent upon the retirement of Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh on January 19.
“The Collegium proposes to appoint Mr. Justice Harish Tandon, Judge, High Court at Calcutta, as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Orissa,” an official resolution stated.
According to the statement, Justice Tandon has had a distinguished career, serving as a Judge of the Calcutta High Court since his appointment on April 13, 2010. With over 13 years of experience, he ranks 7th in the All-India Seniority of High Court Judges, including Chief Justices. As a senior puisne Judge in his parent High Court, he has established himself as a competent and respected figure in the judiciary.
Before his elevation to the High Court, Justice Tandon practiced law in the Calcutta High Court, specializing in civil matters. His extensive experience in dispensing justice has earned him a reputation for integrity and conduct, essential qualities for a person holding high judicial office.
