Supreme Court Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society Appoints Two New Members To Executive Committee Following Resignation Of Two Senior Advocates

This move has been approved by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud in consultation with Justice Dipankar Datta, the president of the MIG society.

This decision, effective as of February 21, 2024, follows the resignation of senior advocates AK Sanghi and Raju Ramachandran.

The Supreme Court Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society operates under the framework of Rule 8(vi) of its Rules and Regulations, aiming to provide legal services to citizens falling within the middle-income group bracket. This includes individuals whose gross income does not exceed Rs 60,000 per month or Rs 7,50,000 annually. The society's mission revolves around ensuring that legal aid is accessible and affordable to those who might otherwise struggle to afford legal representation.

Under the society's rules and regulations, the Chief Justice of India nominates a sitting judge of the Supreme Court as the president, with the Attorney General of India serving as the ex-officio vice president. The Executive Committee comprises nine members, including the secretary and treasurer, who hold their positions for a three-year term.