Collegium recommends justice lisa gill as next ap HC chief
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended transferring Justice Lisa Gill to lead the Andhra Pradesh High Court as its first woman Chief Justice, marking a key step for judicial efficiency.
Amaravati, February 28, 2026: The Supreme Court Collegium, in its February 26 meeting, recommended transferring Justice Lisa Gill from the Punjab and Haryana High Court to the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
She will assume the role of Chief Justice upon the vacancy, set for April 25 following the retirement of incumbent Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur.
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