Raipur: Justice Sanjay K Agarwal appointed as an acting chief justice of Chhattisgarh High Court. The Central Government has officially notified the appointment of Justice Sanjay Kumar Agarwal as the acting chief justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court following the retirement of Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha.
The appointment was made under Article 223 of the Constitution of India and comes at a significant time when Justice Agarwal has also been recommended to become the next Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court.
Central Government Notifies Appointment of Justice Sanjay K Agarwal
The Union Government issued a notification appointing Justice Sanjay Kumar Agarwal to perform the duties of the Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court. The appointment became necessary after the retirement of Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha on September 4, 2026.
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According to the official notification, the President of India exercised powers under Article 223 of the Constitution to authorize Justice Agarwal to discharge the functions of the Chief Justice until a regular appointment is made.
What Is Article 223 Of The Constitution
Article 223 of the Constitution of India allows the President to appoint an Acting Chief Justice when the office of the Chief Justice of a High Court becomes vacant. This can happen due to retirement, resignation, transfer, or temporary absence of the Chief Justice. The provision ensures that judicial and administrative functions of the High Court continue without interruption.
Career Journey Of Justice Sanjay K Agarwal
Justice Sanjay K Agarwal was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Chhattisgarh High Court in September 2013. He was later confirmed as a Permanent Judge in March 2016. Over the years, he has handled several important constitutional, civil, and administrative matters.
Former Advocate General Of Chhattisgarh
Before joining the Bench, Justice Agarwal served as the Advocate General of Chhattisgarh. The Advocate General is the highest law officer of a state government and provides legal advice on important constitutional and administrative issues.
Recommended For Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice Post
Recently, the Supreme Court Collegium recommended Justice Sanjay K Agarwal’s name for appointment as the next Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. The recommendation highlighted his experience and long judicial service. The proposal is currently part of the constitutional appointment process for High Court Chief Justices.
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FAQs
Justice Sanjay K Agarwal has been appointed Acting Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court by the Central Government under Article 223 of the Constitution of India.
He was appointed following the retirement of Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha, ensuring continuity in the administration and judicial functioning of the High Court.
An Acting Chief Justice performs all judicial and administrative duties of the Chief Justice until a regular Chief Justice is appointed.
