Patna, Advocate Suman Kumari, Legal Correspondent, 8th July 2026, Katihar: A wave of grief swept through the Katihar Civil Court on Wednesday morning following the untimely demise of Judicial Officer Manish Kumar, who was serving as Sub Judge-cum-Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM-I). His sudden passing has deeply saddened the judicial fraternity, advocates, and court staff.
According to available information, Manish Kumar suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on Wednesday morning. As his condition deteriorated, he was immediately rushed to Katihar Sadar Hospital, where doctors examined him and declared him dead. Preliminary information indicates that the cause of death was cardiac arrest.
Manish Kumar was widely respected for his calm demeanor, humility, and unwavering commitment to the administration of justice. His untimely demise has come as a profound shock to the judicial community. As news of his passing spread across the court premises, judges, advocates, and court employees expressed deep sorrow, with many describing his death as an irreparable loss to the judiciary.
Members of the legal fraternity, along with various social organizations, have expressed heartfelt condolences and prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul, while extending their sympathies to the bereaved family and wishing them strength to endure this immense loss.
