Retired Punjab & Haryana High Court Chief Justice, Judges to Receive ₹45,000–₹50,000 Monthly for Domestic Help.
Retired Punjab & Haryana High Court Chief Justice, Judges to Receive ₹45,000–₹50,000 Monthly for Domestic Help In a move that has stirred both interest and debate, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has approved a monthly allowance for retired Chief Justices and judges to cover expenses for domestic help. As per the new directive, a retired Chief Justice will receive ₹50,000 per month, while retired judges will be entitled to ₹45,000. A New Chapter in Judicial Welfare This development aims to recognize the long years of service that judges dedicate to the judiciary. The nature of a judge’s role—marked by intense intellectual pressure, long working hours, and often restricted social life—continues to shape their lives even after retirement. The allowance, therefore, is seen as a gesture of support for their post-retirement dignity and comfort. While serving, judges are often entitled to government-provided domestic assistance. However, post-retirement, many find it challenging t...