Justice Krishnakumar sworn in as MHC CJ
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR

Imphal, November 22 2024: Chief Justice-designate of High Court of Manipur, Justice D Krishnakumar has been sworn in as the eighth Chief Justice of Manipur High Court, in a swearing-in ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan here on Friday.

Governor of Manipur Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office to Justice D Krishnakumar.

Former judge of Madras High Court Justice D Krishnakumar was appointed as the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court by the President of India on November 20, following the superannuation of the incumbent, Justice Siddharth Mridul.

Chief minister N Biren Singh, Manipur Legislative Assembly speaker Th Satyabrata Singh, cabinet ministers, Rajya Sabha MP Sanajaoba Leishemba, MLAs, Judges of Manipur High Court and subordinate courts, top civil, police and military officers attended the swearing in ceremony.

Justice D Krishnakumar was appointed the Chief Justice of the high court on Wednesday within 48 hours of the Supreme Court Collegium making the recommendation.

Chief Minister N Biren congratulated the new Chief Justice.

"I look forward to working with you in furthering the cause of justice and ensuring that every citizen's rights are safeguarded and respected.

May your tenure be filled with wisdom, progress, and positive transformation for the people of Manipur," Biren said in a post on X .

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