Senior-most Judge Sapana Malla Pradhan on Leave for 20 Days
Summary
Senior-most Judge Sapana Malla Pradhan of Nepal’s Supreme Court has taken a 20-day leave following the appointment of Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma.
Key Points
- Senior-most Judge Sapana Malla Pradhan has taken 20 days leave following the appointment of Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma.
- Pradhan had been acting as Chief Justice since April 1, 2025, after the retirement of Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut.
- She was dissatisfied with the Constitutional Council's recommendation of Sharma as Chief Justice.
- After a full court meeting argument, Sharma had not sat on the bench since April 11 but resumed after assuming office.
