“When I went to the office, Sir’s secretary asked me if I had any medication. Soon after, Sir and Ma’am called me inside and gave me medicine. Not only this, but they also prepared their guest room for me to rest. For lunch, Ma’am made special khichdi for me. They could have easily sent me home, but they went above and beyond to take care of me,” she said.

NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud is renowned across the nation for his simplicity and compassion. Advocate Manasi Chaudhary, a colleague of the CJI, shared an insightful blog recounting his thoughtful and caring nature. Despite being one of the busiest individuals in the country, Chief Justice Chandrachud treats his team like family, always attentive to even the smallest needs.
Advocate Manasi Chaudhary recounted an incident when she fell ill at the office. In her blog, she detailed how the Chief Justice and his family took care of her. She wrote,
“One day, I developed a fever and couldn’t go to the office. CJI called me to check on my health. When it was confirmed that I had food poisoning from office food, Sir and Ma’am (CJI and his wife) took exceptional care of me, which I remember to this day.”
She further narrated how CJI Chandrachud ensured her comfort during this time.
“When I went to the office, Sir’s secretary asked me if I had any medication. Soon after, Sir and Ma’am called me inside and gave me medicine. Not only this, but they also prepared their guest room for me to rest. For lunch, Ma’am made special khichdi for me. They could have easily sent me home, but they went above and beyond to take care of me,” she said.
Manasi Chaudhary also shared another instance highlighting CJI’s caring nature.
“Once, when I was returning to Hyderabad from Delhi, the Chief Justice called me at the airport to ensure my safety. From CJI Chandrachud, I have learned not only professionalism but also humility, generosity, and kindness,” she wrote.
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Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s actions, as described by Advocate Manasi Chaudhary, provide a heartwarming glimpse into his compassionate leadership style. His ability to balance the demands of his high office while caring deeply for his colleagues is a testament to his character.
