Justice Revati Mohite Dere was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court on January 10, 2026. This historic appointment followed her notification by the Central Government on January 1, 2026, effective upon assuming charge after the transfer of previous Chief Justice Soumen Sen to the Kerala High Court.
Appointment Tenure of Justice Revati Mohite Dere
The Supreme Court collegium recommended her elevation on December 18, 2025. President Droupadi Murmu formalized the appointment under Article 217 of the Constitution. Governor Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar administered the oath at Durbar Hall, Lok Bhavan, Shillong.
Judicial Background of Justice Revati Mohite Dere
Justice Dere previously served as a judge at the Bombay High Court since her permanent appointment in 2016, after becoming an additional judge in 2013. She specialized in constitutional, criminal and civil law during her practice, including as a prosecutor for Maharashtra. visit here
Significance of Appointment
Meghalaya, known for its matrilineal society, marks this as a milestone for gender representation in its judiciary, established in 2013 from the Gauhati High Court. The event attended by senior judges and officials underscores institutional inclusivity. Her leadership will focus on justice delivery in the northeastern region. it also empower women empowerment in human society , for more news recgarding appointment please love to visit here
