NationalWednesday, 6 May 2026·Press Information Bureau

Centre Approves Increase in Supreme Court Judge Strength to 37

The Centre approved a proposal to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges to 37, to help manage rising case loads.

Key highlights

  • Sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges raised to 37.
  • Aims to address the rising pendency of cases.
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