President appoints Justice Sudhir Singh as Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court
Justice Sudhir Singh will perform the duties of Chief Justice consequent upon the retirement of present Chief Justice, Meenakshi M. Rai.
Justice Meenakshi M. Rai
President appoints Justice Meenakshi M. Rai as 48th Chief Justice of Patna High Court
On 22 May 2026, the Supreme Court Collegium recommended Justice Meenakshi M. Rai’s name for appointment as Chief Justice of Patna High Court.
Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of Justice Meenakshi M. Rai as Chief Justice of Patna High Court
Justice Meenakshi M. Rai who is currently serving as Judge of Sikkim High Court, holds the distinction of being the first woman from the State to be elevated to Sikkim High Court Bench.