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Politics
Jammu Native Appointed Judge of Punjab & Haryana High Court
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 05:28 AM
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A lawyer hailing from Jammu has been appointed as a judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, marking a notable addition to the bench.
The appointment of a Jammu‑born legal professional to the Punjab and Haryana High Court was officially announced, adding a new member to the court's bench.
The newly appointed judge brings extensive experience from the legal fraternity of Jammu, having practiced law for several years before being elevated to the high court.
Legal experts and senior advocates in both Jammu and the Punjab‑Haryana region have welcomed the decision, noting that the appointment enhances the diversity of the court and reflects the merit‑based selection process.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court, which serves the states of Punjab, Haryana and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, will now benefit from the appointee's perspective on legal matters affecting the northern region of India.
The newly appointed judge brings extensive experience from the legal fraternity of Jammu, having practiced law for several years before being elevated to the high court.
Legal experts and senior advocates in both Jammu and the Punjab‑Haryana region have welcomed the decision, noting that the appointment enhances the diversity of the court and reflects the merit‑based selection process.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court, which serves the states of Punjab, Haryana and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, will now benefit from the appointee's perspective on legal matters affecting the northern region of India.