New Delhi: The Central Government has appointed three Senior Advocates as Additional Solicitors General (ASGs) to represent it before the Supreme Court of India. The appointments, notified on December 22, will be for a period of three years or until further orders, whichever comes first.
The appointments were officially announced through a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
Meet the Newly Appointed ASGs
The three Senior Advocates appointed as Additional Solicitors General are –
Devinder Pal Singh – Formerly served as Additional Advocate General for Punjab and Haryana, bringing extensive experience in government legal matters.
Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar – Former Rajya Sabha member from 2018 to 2024 representing the Telugu Desam Party, and a senior advocate with strong litigation credentials.
Anil Kaushik – A seasoned advocate with notable experience in Supreme Court matters.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Additional Solicitors General assist the Solicitor General of India and the Attorney General in representing the Central Government before the Supreme Court.
Their responsibilities include –
- Representing the government in key Supreme Court cases
- Assisting in legal strategy and drafting government responses
- Advising various ministries on complex legal issues
These appointments reflect the government’s emphasis on strengthening its legal representation at the apex court.
Tenure and Terms
According to the notification –
The tenure for all three ASGs is three years, or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.
The appointments are subject to government terms and may be renewed or reassigned based on performance and administrative requirements.
Notable Highlights
Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar’s dual experience as a legislator and senior advocate provides valuable insight into both legal and parliamentary procedures.
Devinder Pal Singh has previously served in high-profile cases for Punjab and Haryana governments, adding substantial expertise in state and central government matters.
