Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai laid the foundation stone for the new Bombay High Court complex in Bandra, calling it a “temple of justice and not a seven-star hotel.” He urged that the building reflect democratic values and serve citizens, not luxury.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the muted response to the Supreme Court shoe-hurling incident, calling it “an insult to the Supreme Court” and highlighting rising crimes against Dalits. He questioned how a 70-year-old man could be radicalised, raising concerns over social and legal accountability.
CJI Bhushan Gavai emphasized the Supreme Court’s egalitarian ethos at a Nagpur felicitation. He asserted that the Chief Justice is “first among equals,” advocating for transparency and inclusiveness. Gavai also reflected on his judicial journey, mentoring young lawyers, making significant rulings, and cherishing the support from his peers and mentors.
On June 28, Nagpur will honor Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai in a historic celebration featuring five Supreme Court judges. This emotional event caps his elevation to chief justice since May 2024. The HCBA will also inaugurate a new bar room for lawyers, highlighting Gavai’s contributions to the legal community.
The Employees Pension Scheme Coordination Committee has urged Chief Justice Bhushan Gavai to intervene after the Supreme Court dismissed a petition impacting pension benefits for retirees before September 1, 2014. They claim this ruling unjustly denies rights to elderly pensioners, expressing disappointment and frustration, and seeking restoration of their rightful benefits.
