Justice A.S. Oka stressed that judges must not think about future career opportunities after taking the oath. He said such thoughts weaken their ability to perform judicial duties with honesty, independence, and integrity.
Justice Abhay S Oka retired from the Supreme Court, receiving heartfelt tributes for his courageous judgments and commitment to civil liberties. His colleagues praised his tireless work ethic, moral integrity, and dedication, even amid personal loss. Justice Oka’s legacy of fairness and environmental advocacy will profoundly impact the judiciary and future judges.
Today, On 3rd February, Retired Supreme Court judge Hrishikesh Roy expressed concern over the optics of PM Modi’s visit to Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s home for Ganpati Puja, calling it “disturbing.” He clarified, however, that no court-related discussions took place during the visit. Roy emphasized that such events could have been avoided to prevent any perception of undue influence. The incident raised questions about the separation of powers and judicial independence.