Collegium refuses to make nine additional judges of Calcutta High Court permanent; recommends fresh 1-year term

The Supreme Court Collegium has decided against making the nine additional judges of the Calcutta High Court permanent. Instead, it has opted to extend their terms temporarily. This decision stems from concerns about the high court’s judicial infrastructure and the current workload, which the Collegium believes might not necessitate permanent appointments at this time. The Collegium emphasized that while the temporary extension is intended to address immediate judicial needs, it does not reflect a long-term solution. The Collegium is expected to review the situation periodically and make future recommendations based on evolving requirements and assessments.