Guwahati, May 16 -- The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended appointing Justice Kempaiah Somashekar of the Karnataka High Court as the next Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court.

This recommendation comes ahead of the retirement of the current Chief Justice, Justice D. Krishnakumar, who is set to demit office on May 21, 2025.

During a meeting held on May 15, 2025, the Collegium passed a resolution supporting Justice Somashekar's elevation to the top post in the Manipur High Court.

The recommendation aims to ensure a smooth transition in leadership following Justice Krishnakumar's retirement.

Justice Somashekar began his legal practice on January 27, 1990, focusing on both civil and criminal matters in Mysore and Chamarajanagar. T...