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.
Chief Justice of India Bhushan R Gavai commended the Maharashtra government for developing modern court buildings and improving judicial infrastructure. He spoke while inaugurating a memorial for his father, former Governor R S Gavai, in Amravati.
CJI Bhushan Gavai praised the Indian Constitution for maintaining unity and stability in the country while neighbouring nations face unrest. He inaugurated the new Mandangad court building in Maharashtra, fulfilling a vision of accessible justice for all.
CJI B R Gavai stressed that liberty, equality, and fraternity must work together for true democracy. He said the Constitution is India’s most important book, guiding progress toward social and economic justice.
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai inaugurated the new Kolhapur circuit bench of the Bombay High Court. The bench will handle cases from six districts, reducing the need for litigants to travel 380 km to Mumbai.
The Bombay High Court has announced the sitting schedule for its newly formed Kolhapur Circuit Bench, starting August 18 with one division bench and two single-judge benches. CJI BR Gavai will inaugurate the bench on August 17 at 3:30 PM.
Kolhapur gets its own Bombay High Court bench, officially notified to begin on August 18, 2025.
Chief Justice Alok Aradhe approved the move with Governor’s consent.
CJI Bhushan Gavai advocates for decentralising the judiciary to make justice more accessible. He emphasised that taluka and district courts are key to reaching the common citizen.
Today, On 26th July, CJI Gavai confirmed he won’t accept any government position after his retirement on November 24. He stated he will instead take up consultation and arbitration, while speaking at the inauguration of the Late T R Gilda Memorial E-Library at the Amravati District and Sessions Court.
CJI Bhushan Gavai stressed the need for decentralising the judiciary to make justice more accessible. He urged faster reforms to bring courts closer to common citizens.
