Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of 26 judges to the Allahabad High Court, which is currently struggling with a record number of vacancies. Out of a sanctioned strength of 160 judges, only 84 are in position, leaving 76 seats vacant—nearly half the court’s capacity. The fresh recommendations consist of 14 judicial officers and 12 advocates, including two senior women lawyers, Garima Parshad and Swarupama Chaturvedi. This move represents one of the largest single batches of recommendations for any High Court in recent years. By strengthening the Allahabad High Court, the initiative aims to reduce case backlogs, improve efficiency, and ensure faster delivery of justice while also promoting greater gender diversity in the judiciary.