Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Andhra Pradesh CJ Praises Justice Rao's Service
In Andhra Pradesh, the Chief Justice of the High Court, Dheeraj Singh Thakur, praised Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao for his excellent work as a judge.
Justice Rao is retiring soon, and the Chief Justice said he handled many cases quickly and had a perfect record.
At a special goodbye event, Justice Rao thanked everyone who helped him in his career, from his family to his colleagues.
He started as a lawyer and became a judge, and he's grateful for all the support he received.
The Chief Justice wished him a happy retirement.
Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur commended Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao for his efficient and dedicated service.
Justice Rao is retiring on January 18, 2024, and was honored at a full court farewell ceremony.
Justice Rao was praised for disposing of a large number of cases in a short span and maintaining an unblemished record.
Justice Rao expressed gratitude to his family, seniors, colleagues, and well-wishers for supporting his legal journey.
He recalled his roots in an agricultural family and thanked those who helped him rise from the Bar to the Bench.
- Who
- Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur and Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao
- What
- A farewell ceremony and commendation of Justice Rao's service
- When
- January 18 (ceremony), exact date of commendation not specified
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh High Court
- Why
- To honor Justice Rao's retirement and acknowledge his contributions
- Location
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
- Event
- Full court farewell ceremony
- Date
- January 18
- Speaker
- Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur
- Honoree
- Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao
- Role
- High Court Judge
- Key Attribute
- Efficient and unblemished record
- Notable Achievement
- Disposed of a large number of cases in a short span