To avoid delays in accommodation for incoming Chief Justices, the Supreme Court has decided to keep two Lutyens’ Delhi bungalows permanently ready as official CJI residences. This move ensures smooth transition and better administrative planning at the top judicial level.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud to vacate his official bungalow due to exceeding the permitted stay following his retirement. Despite his claims of needing more time for family accommodations, the court’s formal request marks an unusual intervention, emphasizing adherence to rules regarding post-retirement housing.