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Justice Kempaiah Somashekar, formerly a judge at the Karnataka High Court, has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court. His appointment was recommended by the Supreme Court Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai on May 15, 2025. This new leadership comes after the retirement of Justice D. Krishnakumar on May 21, 2025. Justice Somashekar’s elevation is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure experienced judicial oversight in various high courts across India. His background in Karnataka’s judiciary is expected to contribute significantly to the judicial administration in Manipur.