Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai Retires as Chief Justice of Patna High Court

Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai, who made history as the first woman judge of the Sikkim High Court, retired from her position as Chief Justice of the Patna High Court on 31 October 2023. She had been appointed to the Patna bench in 2021, following a distinguished career that spanned several decades in the Indian judiciary. Her retirement marks the end of a notable tenure during which she presided over numerous high-profile cases and contributed to the development of legal precedents in the region. The Patna High Court will appoint a new chief justice in the coming weeks to succeed her. Her retirement is a significant moment for the judiciary, reflecting both her personal achievements and the broader progress of women in India's legal system.