New Delhi: The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, was passed in the Lok Sabha through voice vote on Monday. When the disruptions showed no signs of easing, the Chair eventually adjourned the Lok Sabha for the remainder of the day. The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, seeks to replace the ordinance promulgated earlier this year to enhance the sanctioned strength of judges in the apex court in view of the growing pendency of cases and the increasing workload before the judiciary. Under the proposed legislation, the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court would be increased from 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India, thereby taking the total strength of the court from 34 to 38 judges. The Bill seeks to replace the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, which was promulgated in May.