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Yash Paul Bourney Sworn In as New Judge of Jammu & Kashmir High Court
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 05:36 PM
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Yash Paul Bourney has been officially sworn in as a judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, adding a new member to the state's judiciary.
Yash Paul Bourney was sworn in as a judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, marking a significant addition to the state's judiciary. The ceremony took place at the High Court premises, where Bourney pledged to uphold the Constitution and deliver justice impartially.
The appointment follows the standard procedure for selecting judges for the High Court, involving vetting by the collegium and approval by the President of India. Bourney’s induction is expected to strengthen the court’s capacity to handle the growing caseload in the region.
Colleagues and legal experts welcomed the appointment, noting that Bourney brings a fresh perspective to the bench. The High Court will now have an expanded roster of judges to ensure timely adjudication of cases across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
The appointment follows the standard procedure for selecting judges for the High Court, involving vetting by the collegium and approval by the President of India. Bourney’s induction is expected to strengthen the court’s capacity to handle the growing caseload in the region.
Colleagues and legal experts welcomed the appointment, noting that Bourney brings a fresh perspective to the bench. The High Court will now have an expanded roster of judges to ensure timely adjudication of cases across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.