Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray Named Acting Chief Justice of Orissa High Court
In a significant development for the judiciary in Odisha, Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray has been appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court following the retirement of incumbent Chief Justice Harish Tandon.
The appointment was notified by the Ministry of Law and Justice under Article 223 of the Constitution of India.
According to the official notification issued by the Government of India, the President has appointed Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray to perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court.
He is scheduled to assume charge as Acting Chief Justice from November 16, 2026.
The appointment comes as the tenure of Justice Harish Tandon concludes upon his retirement.
The transition is expected to ensure continuity in the administration and functioning of the High Court.
A respected member of the judiciary, Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray has served on the Bench of the Orissa High Court and has been associated with several important judicial proceedings during his tenure.
His elevation as Acting Chief Justice is seen as an important step in maintaining judicial leadership and stability at the state’s highest court.
The official order announcing the appointment was issued by Jagannath Srinivasan, Joint Secretary in the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice.
