Imphal, Sept. 14 -- In exercise of the powers conferred by the Constitution of India, the President has appointed Justice M. Sundar, Judge of the Madras High Court, as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur, with effect from the date he assumes charge of the office.

This appointment follows the superannuation of Justice Kempaiah.

The Central Government approved the Supreme Court Collegium's recommendation dated September 11, which endorsed Justice M. Sundar for the post, officials reported on Sunday.

Justice Sundar will assume charge of the office after September 14, 2025, following the retirement of the current Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court, Justice Kempaiah Somashekar.

Currently, Justice Sundar serves as the second...