Continuing its review of judicial appointments, the Supreme Court Collegium met on 30th October 2026 to approve the elevation of five senior Judicial Officers to the High Court of Madhya Pradesh[5].
Recommended Judicial Officers
The five officers recommended from the subordinate judiciary service of Madhya Pradesh are[5]:
- Smt. Renuka Kanchan[5]
- Shri Krishnamurty Mishra[5]
- Shri Virendra Singh Rajput[5]
- Smt. Mamta Jain[5]
- Smt. Ashita Shrivastava[5]
> "The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 30th October 2026, has approved the proposal for appointment of five Judicial Officers as Judges of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh."[5]
Highlights of the Recommendations
- Service Quota Balance: Complements the earlier recommendation of seven advocates from 26th October 2026, maintaining institutional balance between the Bar and the Service cadres[3][5].
- Subordinate Judiciary Recognition: Three of the five elevated officers are women (Smt. Renuka Kanchan, Smt. Mamta Jain, Smt. Ashita Shrivastava), recognizing meritorious service in district judiciary roles[5].
Supreme Court Collegium
Madhya Pradesh High Court
Judicial Officers
Subordinate Judiciary
High Court Elevation
