The Government of India has approved the appointment of two senior Haryana judicial officers—Ramesh Chander Dimri and Neerja Kulwant Kalson—as Additional Judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The decision follows the recommendations made by the Supreme Court Collegium.
Both appointments are for a two-year tenure, effective from the date the judges take oath.
A Step to Address Judicial Vacancies
The appointment comes at a time when the Punjab and Haryana High Court has been facing a shortage of judges, leading to a heavy pendency of cases. Strengthening the bench with experienced judicial officers is expected to improve case disposal rates and enhance the overall efficiency of the court.
Who Is Ramesh Chander Dimri?
Ramesh Chander Dimri is a senior officer of the Haryana Judicial Service with years of experience in district-level judiciary. Before his elevation, he was serving as the District and Sessions Judge, Yamunanagar. Earlier in his career, he also served in Bhiwani.
Dimri is widely respected within judicial circles for his impartial conduct, strong legal understanding, and administrative skills. The collegium considered his seniority, integrity, and consistent performance while recommending his name for elevation. His appointment is expected to strengthen Haryana’s representation on the High Court bench.
Who Is Neerja Kulwant Kalson?
Neerja Kulwant Kalson is a prominent woman judge from the Haryana Judicial Service. She was last posted as the District and Sessions Judge, Rohtak, and has earlier served in districts including Mewat (Nuh).
Known for her clear legal reasoning and firm judicial decisions, Kalson has built a strong reputation over the years. Her elevation is also being seen as a positive step towards greater gender representation in the higher judiciary. The collegium recommended her name after assessing her professional competence, seniority, and integrity.
Background of the Appointment Process
The recommendations for both judges were finalized during the Supreme Court Collegium meeting held on December 16, 2025. The names were initially proposed by the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and later approved by the central government.
Since both judges belong to Haryana, their appointments help maintain regional balance within the High Court while addressing long-standing vacancies.
Why This Appointment Matters
With thousands of cases pending before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the addition of two experienced judges is expected to:
- Reduce case backlog
- Speed up hearings and judgments
- Improve access to timely justice
- Strengthen public confidence in the judiciary
| Judge Name | Judicial Service | Last Posting | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramesh Chander Dimri | Haryana Judicial Service | District & Sessions Judge, Yamunanagar | Additional Judge |
| Neerja Kulwant Kalson | Haryana Judicial Service | District & Sessions Judge, Rohtak | Additional Judge |
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The approval of these appointments reflects continued efforts to reinforce India’s judicial system by ensuring experienced officers are elevated to constitutional courts. Once they take oath, both judges will begin their tenure as Additional Judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, contributing to faster and more effective justice delivery.
