Meenakshi M Rai, a judge of the Sikkim High Court, has been recommended by the Supreme Court collegium as the next Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. "The Supreme Court collegium, in its meeting held on May 22, has recommended appointment of Justice Meenakshi M Rai, judge, High Court of Sikkim, as Chief Justice, High Court of Judicature at Patna, consequent upon retirement of incumbent Chief Justice on June 4, 2026," the statement said.