J&K High Court Bench for Ladakh Now Operational After New Regulation

A new regulation enabling the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to hold sittings in Ladakh came into effect on September 5. The move marks a significant administrative step for the Union Territory of Ladakh, which has long been served by a court based outside its region. The regulation formalizes the legal framework required to establish a functioning bench within Ladakh's territory. This development is expected to improve access to justice for residents of the remote Union Territory.