The Supreme Court sought a detailed explanation from its Registry after two petitions arising from the same FIR and impugned order were listed before separate Benches, directing the facts be placed before the Chief Justice and accountability fixed accordingly.
The Delhi High Court Chief Justice praised Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s journey from a district court lawyer to the top judicial post, calling it a shining example of merit over privilege. He said the CJI’s life proves that hard work, conviction, and humility can break every glass ceiling in the judiciary.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant fondly recalled his school days in his ancestral village, where teachers and students lived with minimal facilities but strong dedication. Sharing memories of sleeping in school rooms spread with stubble, the CJI highlighted how education, sacrifice, and community shaped his journey.
