Siddharth Mridul is currently a judge at the High Court of Delhi. The Supreme Court Collegium recommended him as the Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court on 5 July 2023. |
He hails from a middle-class family in Delhi and has a keen interest in cricket since his school days. |
Siddharth became a member of the Bar Council of Delhi on 24 July 1986 and began his legal career as an advocate in the High Court of Delhi. |
Throughout his career, he handled various legal matters in different jurisdictions and courts, including prestigious ones like The High Court of Judicature at Bombay. |
In 2004, he was appointed as the Standing Counsel for the Union of India, and later as the Senior Panel Counsel, showcasing his legal expertise. |
Siddharth was designated as a senior advocate in May 2006, recognizing his significant contributions to the legal profession. |
He served in important roles within the Bar Council of Delhi and actively participated in committees addressing critical issues. |
Elevated to Additional Judge in the Delhi High Court in March 2008, Siddharth became a Permanent Judge in May 2009. |
In February 2021, he was appointed to the governing council of National Law University, Delhi, by Chief Justice DN Patel. |
He was recommended as Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court on 5 July 2023 by the Supreme Court Collegium. |
Beyond his legal career, Siddharth enjoyed fixing toy cars in his childhood and has a deep passion for reading books, particularly the works of Louis L’Amour. |
In the face of adversity, when he lost his father in 1984, Siddharth took on the responsibility of caring for his siblings and family. |
For two terms, Siddharth served as a Member of the Bar Council of Delhi, contributing significantly to the legal profession. |