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Published

22 Sept 2026

Source date

21 Sept 2026

SCC Online (legal reporting)Court developmentsAppointment

President Reappoints Additional Solicitors General for Allahabad, Patna, and Punjab and Haryana High Courts

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Why it matters

The President of India has reappointed Shashi Prakash Singh, Krishna Nandan Singh and Satyapal Jain as Additional Solicitors General for three High Courts. Their reappointments take effect from 1 October 2026.

Key points

  • Shashi Prakash Singh has been reappointed as Additional Solicitor General for the Allahabad High Court.
  • Krishna Nandan Singh has been reappointed as Additional Solicitor General for the Patna High Court.
  • Satyapal Jain has been reappointed as Additional Solicitor General for the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
  • The reappointments take effect from 1 October 2026.

What changed

Shashi Prakash Singh, Krishna Nandan Singh and Satyapal Jain have been reappointed as Additional Solicitors General for the Allahabad, Patna, and Punjab and Haryana High Courts, respectively.

Who it affects

The reappointed Additional Solicitors General and the Union of India's representation before the Allahabad, Patna, and Punjab and Haryana High Courts.

Jurisdiction

India

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