The Centre told the Supreme Court that it will shortly issue a
notification for appointment of the chief justice of the Manipur High Court.
The apex court was hearing two pleas, including the one alleging
delay by the Centre in clearing the names recommended by the collegium for
appointment and transfer of judges.
A Bench of Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia was
informed that files regarding transfer of 14 judges of high courts have been
cleared while the remaining 12 are under process.
The apex court collegium headed by Chief Justice of India DY
Chandrachud had on July 5 recommended the appointment of Delhi High Court judge
Justice Siddharth Mridul as the chief justice of the Manipur High Court.
The Bench has posted the matter for further hearing on October 20.
PTI
