The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the transfer of fourteen judges from nine High Courts. The proposal, cleared under the leadership of Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai, is expected to bring a fresh alignment of judicial resources across key jurisdictions.
The recommendations include notable changes in the Delhi High Court, where Justice Arun Monga has been proposed for transfer to the Kerala High Court, while Justice Tara Ganju is likely to join the Patna High Court. Additionally, the Collegium has suggested that Justice Atul Sreedharan of the Madhya Pradesh High Court be shifted to the Chhattisgarh High Court.
The decision underscores the Collegium’s long-standing objective of ensuring a fair distribution of judicial talent and addressing administrative needs within various High Courts. Transfers of judges are generally aimed at maintaining impartiality and preventing prolonged tenures in a single High Court, which can sometimes lead to administrative challenges.
While the complete list of all fourteen judges spans multiple states, the move signals a broader strategy to strengthen the functioning of courts through equitable deployment of experienced judges across the country. These transfers, however, will take effect only after the Union Law Ministry issues formal notifications based on the Collegium’s recommendations.
The Supreme Court Collegium, comprising the Chief Justice of India and senior judges of the apex court, plays a crucial role in judicial appointments and transfers. Such decisions are typically made after careful consideration of factors such as workload distribution, regional representation, and judicial integrity.
This development comes at a time when the judiciary is under close public and institutional scrutiny regarding transparency in appointments and transfers. While the Collegium’s resolutions have been uploaded on the Supreme Court’s official website, further clarity on timelines for implementation is awaited.