Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court urged continued cooperation between the Kerala Governor and the State Government while concluding the Vice-Chancellor appointment row, as Justice JB Pardiwala expressed hope that dialogue would prevail, perhaps over a cup of coffee, in public interest.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the Collegium system has become more transparent over the years, though reforms are still needed. He stressed merit, integrity and experience as the core criteria for judicial appointments.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.
