Koyna Singh, daughter of Saharsa-born senior Advocate Ratan Kumar Singh, has been recognised as a barrister by The Society of the Inner Temple, a prestigious institution in London.
The Inner Temple is one of London’s four historic Inns of Court. Legendary figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, who attained prominent positions in the field of law, were also associated with this esteemed institution.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in Koyna’s legal journey, which is a matter of honor for Saharsa district, Bihar. Ratan is a senior advocate in the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court and he himself is an international member of Keating Chambers, London. He also serves as a Director of the India Branch of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, United Kingdom, UK. Following in her father’s footsteps, Koyna completed her LLB from King’s College London and LLM in International Commercial Trade and International Alternative Dispute Resolution from City St George’s, University of London.
MPs from the Kosi region, Dinesh Chandra Yadav and Lovely Anand, described Koyna Singh’s achievement as a matter of pride for Saharsa as well as Bihar, stating that establishing recognition in the field of law at the international level is a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication.
Founding President of Koshi Vikas Sangharsh Morcha Advocate Binod Kumar Jha, also a childhood friend of Ratan Kumar Singh, congratulated Koyna on her success. Congratulating Koyna, Patron of Koshi Vikas Sangharsh Morcha and former District Council Member Praveen Anand, said her achievement is a source of inspiration for the young generation of Saharsa, especially daughters.