Parliamentary Hearing Committee

Manoj Kumar Sharma has assumed the position of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, pledging to uphold judicial independence and public trust. His appointment, bypassing more senior judges, has drawn criticism regarding potential politicization, while Sharma aims to implement reforms including a digital e-court system and specialized benches to address case backlogs and enhance transparency.

The Parliamentary Hearing Committee has unanimously endorsed Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Following this approval, President Ram Chandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to Sharma, officially appointing him to the position. Sharma is set to serve a full six-year term, concluding his tenure in May 2089 BS.