The Supreme Court questioned Manan Kumar Mishra's extended tenure as BCI chairman. His continuation is not a mandate to remain chairman until 2030. The court emphasized his role as a pro tem chairman until new elections occur. High court chief justices must complete state bar council co-options within two weeks. New state bar councils will then elect their office-bearers and BCI representatives.

Supreme Court mandates Attorney General and Solicitor General oversight on Bar Council of India policy decisions before elections.

The Supreme Court said BCI chairman Manan Kumar Mishra’s continuance in office cannot be treated as an arrangement extending up to 2030 | India News