On July 31, 2025, the Telangana High Court bolstered its bench by appointing four new Additional Judges – Gouse Meera Mohiuddin, Chalapathi Rao Suddala, Gadi Praveen Kumar, and Vakiti Ramakrishna Reddy, who were sworn in by Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh.
The Swearing-In Ceremony
The ceremony, held in the Court of the Chief Justice, witnessed Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh administering the oath to the new appointees, increasing the court’s working strength to 30 judges.
Background of the Appointments
Following recommendations by the Supreme Court Collegium and approval by the Central Government, these appointments aim to address the longstanding shortage of judges in the Telangana High Court.
Current Strength and Vacancies
- Working strength increased to 30 judges
- Sanctioned strength at 42 judges
- 12 vacancies remain unfilled
Significance of the New Appointments
- Enhance judicial capacity and pace of case hearings
- Address public grievances over delays
- Strengthen the judiciary in Telangana
- Boost morale in the legal fraternity
Looking Ahead
While the recent appointments are a positive step, filling the remaining vacancies promptly is crucial to ensure timely justice and reduce backlog, reinforcing public trust in the judiciary.
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams:
- Four new Additional Judges appointed to the Telangana High Court
- Appointments aimed at addressing judicial vacancies and improving court efficiency
- Working strength increased to 30 judges out of a sanctioned 42
- Importance of filling remaining vacancies for expedited justice delivery
