Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo sworn in as 47th Chief Justice of Patna High Court
Patna, January 7
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo was on Wednesday sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court.
Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan administered the oath of office to Justice Sahoo, who is the 47th to hold the post, at a function held at Lok Bhavan here, officials said.
The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, members of the state cabinet, judges of the Patna High Court, and several other distinguished dignitaries.
The Union Law Ministry formally notified the appointment of Justice Sahoo as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court on January 1, following approval from the President.
He was presently a judge of the Odisha High Court.
The Supreme Court Collegium, during its meeting held on December 18, 2025, recommended Justice Sahoo's name as the new Chief Justice of the Patna High Court
At present, Justice Sudhir Singh is serving as the Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, after the incumbent, Justice Pavankumar Bhimappa Bajanthri, retired in October.
Justice Sahoo has had a distinguished legal career. Born in 1964, he completed his matriculation from Nayabazar High School, Cuttack, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Stewart Science College. He later obtained a Master's degree in English and Odia from Utkal University.
Law and justice run deep in his family. Justice Sahoo was mentored by his father, the late Sarat Chandra Sahoo, a renowned criminal law expert, from whom he gained an in-depth understanding of legal principles.
After enrolling as an advocate with the Odisha State Bar Council on November 26, 1989, he also worked closely with Dr Manoranjan Panda.
Known for his expertise in criminal law, Justice Sahoo built a strong reputation at the bar.
Recognising his merit and legal acumen, he was appointed as a judge of the Odisha High Court on July 2, 2014.
— IANS
Reader Comments
It's heartening to see judges with such a strong academic and family grounding in law rise to these positions. His journey from Cuttack to Patna is inspiring. Hope he brings efficiency to the High Court.
Good to see the process was followed properly with Collegium recommendation and Presidential approval. Stability in the judiciary is crucial. Welcome to Bihar, Justice Sahoo.
While I wish the new Chief Justice well, I hope this appointment translates into faster justice for the common people of Bihar. The backlog of cases in our courts is a serious issue that needs urgent attention.
A Master's in English and Odia! Shows a well-rounded personality beyond just law. Wishing him a successful tenure. May he uphold justice with integrity.
The article mentions his father was a criminal law expert. It's amazing to see such legacy continuing. Hope his expertise helps in tackling complex cases in Patna HC. All the best sir!
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