Justice Lisa Gill Appointed Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court
In April 2026, Justice Lisa Gill was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh(AP) High Court, effective April 25, 2026, following the retirement of Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur. She becomes the first woman Chief Justice of the AP High Court after her recent transfer from Punjab & Haryana High Court.
Appointment Process:
The Supreme Court Collegium recommended Justice Gill’s appointment on February 27, 2026, following the government’s consultation process. President of India Droupadi Murmu notified her appointment in exercise of powers under Article 217(1) of the Constitution. This follows her transfer from Punjab & Haryana High Court notified on March 5, 2026.
Career Background of Lisa Gill:
Enrolled as advocate: 1990 at Punjab & Haryana High Court
Elevated as Judge: March 2014 (Punjab & Haryana HC)
Education: LL.B., LL.M. from Panjab University, Chandigarh
Notable: 12+ years judicial experience at elevation to Chief Justice

Judicial Significance: Justice Gill’s appointment marks a milestone as the first woman CJ of AP High Court since its separate formation in 2019. It reflects SC Collegium’s advance-transfer policy for smoother HC leadership transitions. She assumed charge as AP HC Judge on March 13, 2026, ahead of her elevation.