Meghalaya Gets Its First Woman Chief Justice

Justice Revati Mohite Dere was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court.
The oath was administered at Lok Bhavan in Shillong. She succeeded Justice Soumen Sen, who was transferred to the Kerala High Court.
Earlier, she served as a judge of the Bombay High Court. Her appointment was recommended by the Supreme Court collegium.
The event marks a milestone for gender representation in the judiciary. It strengthens judicial leadership in Meghalaya.

Key Details About Justice Revati Mohite Dere:

• Appointment: She was recommended by the Supreme Court collegium on December 18, 2025, and assumed office on January 10, 2026.
• Background: Before this appointment, she served as a judge at the Bombay High Court.
• Education: She completed her law studies at Symbiosis Law College, Pune, and earned an LL.M. from the University of Cambridge.
• Career: She has extensive experience in criminal, civil, and constitutional law, having previously worked as a prosecutor and counsel for the State of Maharashtra and the Union of India.
• Significance: Her appointment is considered a landmark event for judicial representation in the Northeast, particularly in the state of Meghalaya.