Bhubaneswar: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of five new Chief Justices to various High Courts across India. The recommendations were made during a meeting held on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta, Allahabad High Court, is recommended as Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court, replacing the incumbent Chief Justice retiring on January 9, 2026.
Justice Revati P. Mohite Dere, Bombay High Court, is recommended as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court, following the transfer of the current Chief Justice.
Justice M.S. Sonak, Bombay High Court, is recommended as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court, replacing the incumbent Chief Justice retiring on January 8, 2026.
Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque, Kerala High Court, is recommended as Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo, Orissa High Court, is recommended as Chief Justice of Patna High Court.
