Delhi High Court Makes Gowns Mandatory for Advocates from October 27
Delhi High Court notice: Advocates to wear gowns from October 27, 2025
The Delhi High Court has directed that all advocates must wear gowns while appearing before its benches starting October 27.
“In supersession of this Court’s Notice No. 543/G-11/Genl.-II/DHC/2025 dated February 20, 2025, it is notified that the advocates appearing before this Court are required to wear gowns with effect from October 27, 2025 (Monday), till further orders,” a notification issued by the Registrar General of the High Court stated.
The notice has also been forwarded to the Joint Registrar (Listing) with a request to publish the notification on the first page of the daily cause list for three consecutive days immediately.
The direction applies to all practising advocates, and will take effect from October 27, 2025.
Notice Date: 10 October 2025
Issued by: Registrar General of the Delhi High Court