Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal has secured the position of President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) following a decisive victory in the recent election. Sibal garnered 1,066 votes, significantly outpacing his closest competitor, senior advocate Pradeep Kumar Rai, who received 689 votes. This marks Sibal’s fourth tenure as SCBA President, having previously served in 1995-96, 1997-98, and 2001.
Kapil Sibal, a Harvard Law School alumnus, announced his candidacy for the SCBA presidency on May 8. His illustrious legal career includes roles such as the additional solicitor general of India from 1989 to 1990, and being designated a senior advocate in 1983. The competitive election also featured other prominent legal professionals, including Priya Hingorani, Tripurari Ray, and Neeraj Srivastava.
The current SCBA executive committee is led by senior advocate Adish Aggarwala as president, with Pradeep Rai serving as vice-president and Rohit Pandey as honorary secretary. During Aggarwala’s term, the Supreme Court has implemented significant changes to enhance the structure and inclusivity of the SCBA’s executive committee. Notably, Justices Surya Kant and K V Vishwanathan mandated reservations for women members within the committee, highlighting the SCBA’s crucial role in the nation’s highest judicial forum.
Sibal’s return to the SCBA presidency comes at a critical time, as the legal community faces numerous challenges. His leadership is expected to provide experienced guidance to the association. Throughout his career, Sibal has been involved in many high-profile cases and significant legal reforms, making his re-election to the SCBA presidency a highly anticipated event.
The election results reflect Sibal’s enduring influence and respect within the legal community. His upcoming tenure is expected to focus on strengthening the SCBA’s role in judicial advocacy and addressing contemporary issues facing the legal fraternity. With a strong mandate from his peers, Kapil Sibal is well-positioned to guide the SCBA towards greater prominence and effectiveness in its mission.
Overall, Sibal’s election victory underscores his long-standing dedication and contributions to the legal field, promising robust leadership for the SCBA during his term.
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