india ⚖️ Collegium picks Justice Bhati for J&K High Court CJ
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati for the post of Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. This appointment is for the Srinagar Bench, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. If the Centre confirms this recommendation, Justice Bhati will take over the role. He will succeed Justice Sanjeev Kumar, who has been serving as Acting Chief Justice since June, 2026. This move formalizes the leadership transition for the High Court. ⚖️