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Sikkim High Court Suspends Mangan District Judge Amid Disciplinary Probe
✍️ LawChakra
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 01:33 PM
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The Sikkim High Court has ordered the suspension of the District Judge of Mangan pending disciplinary proceedings.
The Sikkim High Court has taken the step of suspending the sitting District Judge of Mangan while a disciplinary inquiry is underway. The court's order, issued on Thursday, directs the judge to remain off duty until the matter is resolved. No specific allegations have been disclosed publicly, but the suspension reflects the judiciary's commitment to uphold integrity within its ranks. The disciplinary process will be conducted under the provisions of the Judges (Appointment and Conditions of Service) Act, and the judge will be given an opportunity to respond to any charges. The decision has been reported by legal news portal LawChakra, confirming the court's action without further comment from the judge or the state government.