Governance & Administration · New Delhi, India
President approves expansion of Supreme Court to 38 judges
Published
President Droupadi Murmu has assented to legislation increasing the Supreme Court's sanctioned strength from 34 to 38 judges, including the Chief Justice. The measure was notified after passage in both Houses and is deemed effective from May 16, when an ordinance first made the change. The government linked the expansion to growing case inflow and court workload.
Why it matters
Four additional seats could increase hearing capacity, but the practical effect on delays will depend on appointments, supporting infrastructure and how the Court allocates its larger bench strength.
Evidence assessment
Bar & Bench cites presidential assent, Gazette notification, parliamentary passage and the law's commencement date; implementation effects are not yet measurable.
High confidence — The report describes a notified Act and its legislative history, providing primary-record detail despite only one supplied link.
Coverage assessment
Unknown across 1 source desk.
The enacted institutional change is clear, while future appointments and case-management consequences have not developed.