Beltangady: Usharani, a native of Beltangady taluk in Dakshina Kannada district, has been appointed as a judge of the Karnataka High Court.
Usharani was serving as the Principal District and Sessions Judge in Mysuru before her elevation to the High Court. Her appointment is being seen as a significant achievement for Beltangady, particularly given her roots in the coastal Karnataka region.
She is an alumna of SDM College, Ujire, where she pursued her higher education before embarking on a career in the judiciary.
Daughter of senior advocate
Usharani is the daughter of the late Nemi Raj Shetty, a senior advocate from Beltangady. Her family has had a longstanding association with the legal profession, and her appointment to the Karnataka High Court marks a notable milestone in her judicial career.
Before serving as the Principal District and Sessions Judge in Mysuru, Usharani held various responsibilities in the judicial system and progressed through the ranks through her legal and judicial career.
Her elevation to the High Court places her among the judges who will now adjudicate cases involving a wide range of legal and constitutional matters in Karnataka.
Achievement brings pride to Beltangady
The appointment has brought recognition to Beltangady taluk, with Usharani’s professional journey reflecting the contribution of the region to the legal and judicial fields.
Her association with SDM College, Ujire, has also added significance to the appointment for the educational community in the region. Institutions and residents of Beltangady and Ujire are expected to take pride in the achievement of a former student who has risen to one of the state’s highest judicial positions.
Usharani’s elevation also marks another important stage in a career that has seen her take on increasingly senior judicial responsibilities. Her experience as a Principal District and Sessions Judge in Mysuru is expected to be valuable in her new role on the Karnataka High Court.
The appointment represents a significant professional milestone for Usharani and is a matter of pride for her family and the people of Beltangady taluk.