Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

The swearing‑in ceremony took place at the Madras High Court on Thursday, where Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari formally administered the oath to the two newly appointed judges, D. Lingeswaran and B. Karthikeyan. The event was attended by senior members of the judiciary, court staff, and representatives of the state government, underscoring the importance of maintaining a full bench for the administration of justice.

The Madras High Court, which serves the state of Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry, has been coping with a rising number of cases across civil, criminal, and constitutional matters. By increasing its working strength to 67 judges, the court hopes to reduce delays that have affected litigants for years. Additional judges allow for more benches to be formed, which can speed up the hearing of appeals and lower‑court matters.

Legal experts expect that the new appointments will help address the backlog and improve the quality of judgments. With more judges available, the court can allocate resources more efficiently, ensuring that urgent matters receive timely attention. The move also signals the state’s commitment to strengthening its judicial infrastructure, which is essential for upholding the rule of law and public confidence in the legal system.