Chandigarh: Senior Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja has been appointed as the new Advocate General of Haryana with immediate effect. The appointment was made by the Governor of Haryana under Article 165(1) of the Constitution of India after the post became vacant following the elevation of former Advocate General Pravindra Singh Chauhan as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Who Is Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja
Pawan Kumar Mutneja is a designated Senior Advocate and the Advocate General of Haryana. Originally from Panipat, Haryana, he has been in legal practice since 1985.
Education
- Completed his schooling at The Lawrence School, Sanawar.
- Pursued his graduation from Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University.
- Earned his law degree (LL.B.) from the University Law College, University of Rajasthan.
Career & Practice
- Extensive Experience: Practicing law since 1985, Mutneja has represented clients before the Supreme Court of India as well as several High Courts, including the Punjab & Haryana High Court, Delhi High Court, Himachal Pradesh High Court, and Uttarakhand High Court.
- Areas of Practice: Civil litigation, criminal law, company law, land acquisition, arbitration, consumer protection, and service law matters.
- State Legal Service: Served as an Additional Advocate General for the State of Haryana from 1996 to 1999.
- Senior Designation: Designated as a Senior Advocate by the Punjab & Haryana High Court in 2021.
- Advocate General: Appointed as the Advocate General of Haryana under Article 165(1) of the Constitution of India in August 2026, succeeding Pravindra Singh Chauhan following the latter’s elevation to the bench.
Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja Appointment: Official Notification Issued By Haryana Government
According to the official notification issued by the Haryana Administration of Justice Department, the Governor exercised powers under Article 165(1) of the Constitution of India to appoint Pawan Kumar Mutneja as Advocate General for the State of Haryana with immediate effect.
The notification states that Mutneja will serve as the chief legal advisor to the Haryana Government. Further terms and conditions of his appointment are expected to be notified separately.
Why Did The Post Become Vacant
The position of Advocate General became vacant after Pravindra Singh Chauhan was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Following this development, the Haryana Government moved quickly to appoint a new legal head for the state.
The appointment ensures continuity in legal representation and advisory functions for the state government before various courts.
What is the Role Of The Advocate General In Haryana
The Advocate General is the highest law officer of a state government. The office is established under Article 165 of the Constitution of India. The Advocate General advises the state government on legal matters and represents the government before courts whenever required.
Key Responsibilities
- The Advocate General provides legal opinions to the state government on constitutional and administrative matters.
- The office represents Haryana in important cases before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Supreme Court, and other judicial forums.
- The Advocate General also performs functions assigned by the Governor under the Constitution and other applicable laws.
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FAQs
Senior Advocate Pawan Kumar Mutneja has been appointed as the new Advocate General of Haryana by the Governor of Haryana under Article 165(1) of the Constitution of India.
The position became vacant after former Advocate General Pravindra Singh Chauhan was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
The Advocate General serves as the chief legal advisor to the Haryana Government and represents the state in legal matters before courts and tribunals.
