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Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal sworn in as 44th Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 12:37 PM
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Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal took oath as the 44th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, with Governor Haribhai Bagde administering the ceremony in Jaipur.
The Rajasthan High Court has appointed Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal as its new chief justice, marking his entry as the 44th head of the court. The oath‑taking ceremony was held in Jaipur, where Governor Haribhai Bagde formally administered the oath of office.
Justice Agrawal, a senior judge with extensive experience in the Indian judiciary, succeeds the outgoing chief justice and will now oversee the administration of justice across the state. His appointment is expected to bring continuity and stability to the court's functioning.
The governor’s presence underscored the constitutional protocol for such high‑level judicial appointments. The new chief justice is anticipated to address pending cases and guide the court through upcoming legislative and procedural reforms.
Stakeholders, including lawyers and litigants, have welcomed the appointment, noting Agrawal’s reputation for impartiality and legal acumen. The High Court will continue its docket of civil, criminal, and constitutional matters under his leadership.
The oath ceremony concluded with a brief address by Governor Bagde, who highlighted the importance of an independent judiciary in upholding the rule of law in Rajasthan.
Justice Agrawal, a senior judge with extensive experience in the Indian judiciary, succeeds the outgoing chief justice and will now oversee the administration of justice across the state. His appointment is expected to bring continuity and stability to the court's functioning.
The governor’s presence underscored the constitutional protocol for such high‑level judicial appointments. The new chief justice is anticipated to address pending cases and guide the court through upcoming legislative and procedural reforms.
Stakeholders, including lawyers and litigants, have welcomed the appointment, noting Agrawal’s reputation for impartiality and legal acumen. The High Court will continue its docket of civil, criminal, and constitutional matters under his leadership.
The oath ceremony concluded with a brief address by Governor Bagde, who highlighted the importance of an independent judiciary in upholding the rule of law in Rajasthan.