In a significant decision, the Supreme Court Collegium has approved the proposal for the appointment of Shri Balaji Medamalli as a judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Collegium on January 30th, 2026.
The Collegium, a body responsible for recommending candidates for appointments to the Supreme Court and High Courts, held a meeting on January 28th, where they approved the proposal for Shri Balaji Medamalli’s appointment as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
The statement from the Collegium did not reveal details about the reasons behind selecting Shri Balaji Medamalli or his qualifications that led to his selection. However, it does mark a significant addition to the judiciary of Andhra Pradesh.
This appointment is expected to strengthen the judicial system in Andhra Pradesh and provide an opportunity for Shri Balaji Medamalli to contribute to the legal system at a higher level. The exact date of his joining has not been announced yet.
