New Delhi/Bhopal: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended seven advocates for appointment as judges of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, marking another step in the process of judicial appointments to the state’s High Court.
The decision was taken at a Collegium meeting held on October 26, 2026. The names approved for consideration include Dr. Vivek Sharan, Rajesh Kumar Shukla and five other advocates.
Full List of Seven Advocates
The seven advocates recommended for appointment as Madhya Pradesh High Court judges are Dr. Vivek Sharan, Rajesh Kumar Shukla, Kanak Gaharwar, also known as Kanak Lata Singh, Bhakti Vyas, Shreyas Pandit, Mrinal Elker, also known as Mrinal Mazumdar, and Avinash Zargar.
The recommendations have been published in the Supreme Court’s official Collegium resolutions.
What Happens Next?
The Collegium’s recommendation is an important step in the High Court judges’ appointment process, but it does not by itself mean that the advocates have formally assumed office. The recommendations will proceed through the remaining appointment formalities, after which the appointments can be formally notified.
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