CJI Gavai has officially recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor. With this recommendation, Justice Surya Kant is set to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India, marking a significant moment in the judiciary’s leadership transition.
The Government of India has begun the process to appoint the 53rd Chief Justice of India, according to sources. Justice B R Gavai will retire on November 23, and Justice Surya Kant is expected to succeed him.
The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed Justices N.V. Anjaria, Vijay Bishnoi, and A.S. Chandurkar for elevation to the Supreme Court of India. Their appointments require final approval from the government. The Collegium aims to fill vacant positions and enhance the court’s strength and diversity.
Today(on 18th July),Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud will administer the oath to Justices Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh and R. Mahadevan as new Supreme Court judges, restoring the court’s full strength to 34. This follows the Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation and presidential approval of their appointments.
