Rupnagar, October 19, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Harjeet Singh on Monday assumed charge as the District and Sessions Judge of Rupnagar, with a contingent of Punjab Police presenting him with a Guard of Honour on the occasion.
Before his promotion, Singh was serving as Additional District and Sessions Judge in Patiala district. Following his elevation, he has taken charge as a District and Sessions Judge for the first time.
Speaking on the occasion, Singh said the judiciary was an important pillar of democracy and that ensuring fair, transparent and timely justice for every citizen was one of its primary responsibilities. He emphasised that integrity, impartiality and adherence to constitutional values in judicial proceedings were essential to maintaining public confidence in the justice system.
He said every individual must have equal access to justice without discrimination and that all parties should be given a fair opportunity to present their cases during judicial proceedings.
Singh added that dedicated efforts would be made to strengthen the judicial system in Rupnagar district, ensure the smooth functioning of courts and minimise the difficulties faced by the public in accessing justice.
Emphasising the importance of coordination among judicial officers, the legal fraternity and other stakeholders, he said collective efforts could make the justice delivery system more effective and accessible.
He expressed confidence that he would discharge his responsibilities with dedication and accountability, uphold judicial propriety and the principles of law, and work to ensure justice for the people.
His wife and other family members were also present at the ceremony.
Among those attending were Rupnagar Senior Superintendent of Police Maninder Singh; Additional District and Sessions Judges Lakhwinder Kaur and Tarntaran Singh Bindra; Chief Judicial Magistrate Rupnagar Dr Sukhwinder Singh; Chief Judicial Magistrate-cum-Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Rupnagar, Amandeep Kaur; Additional Civil Judge (Senior Division), Rupnagar, Balwinder Kaur Dhaliwal; and Civil Judges (Junior Division) Joshika Sood, Khyati Goel, Kamini and Dr Manisha.
Bar Association President Rajinder Singh Raju and his team, along with a large number of members of the legal fraternity and other prominent personalities, also attended the event.
Judicial officers, advocates and other dignitaries congratulated Harjeet Singh on assuming his new responsibility and extended their best wishes for his tenure.
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