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Reform-Minded and Respected – Mohamed Faisal Named Chief Judge of High Court

The Judicial Service Commission appointed Judge Mohamed Faisal as the new Chief Judge of the High Court after his predecessor Hussain Shaheed was elevated to the Supreme Court. The decision was finalized at a JSC meeting on March 19, with Faisal chosen from two applicants.

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    Former Chief Judge Hussain Shaheed was appointed to the Supreme Court by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. on March 19, 2025 only The Standard former Chief Judge Hussain Shaheed was appointed to the Supreme Court on March 19, 2025, by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu

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