Amaravati, August 4, 2025 —
In a significant legal development, Justice Tuhin Kumar Gaudel took oath as an Additional Judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court on Monday.
The oath ceremony was administered by Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur during an official event held at the First Court Hall of the High Court premises in Amaravati.
Two-Year Term Based on Presidential Orders
Justice Gaudel’s appointment comes under the directive issued by *President of India, Droupadi Murmu. He will serve as an Additional Judge for a tenure of *two years, effective from the date of assumption of charge.
Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur personally welcomed and oversaw the oath ceremony, symbolizing the court’s commitment to strengthening judicial leadership in the state.
Dignitaries Present at the Swearing-In Ceremony
The event saw a prominent gathering of legal luminaries and dignitaries, including:
- Advocate General Dammalapati Srinivas
- AP Bar Council Chairman Dwarakanath Reddy
- High Court Advocates’ Association President K. Chidambaram
- Additional Solicitor General Dhananjaya
- Additional Advocate General P. Sambasiva Pratap
- Public Prosecutor M. Lakshminarayana
- Registrar General Parthasaradhi
- Senior judges, lawyers, and representatives from:
- Bar Association
- Bar Council
- Andhra Pradesh Judicial Academy
- AP Legal Services Authority
Their presence marked the occasion as one of legal significance and institutional continuity in the Andhra Pradesh judiciary.
A Step Toward Judicial Strengthening
Justice Tuhin Kumar Gaudel’s appointment is expected to enhance the capacity and efficiency of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. Legal experts believe his addition will contribute to faster case resolution and improved service delivery within the judicial system.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court continues to evolve as a center for progressive and transparent jurisprudence, with appointments like this signaling the strengthening of the rule of law in the state.