Justice Surya Kant Sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India today, succeeding Justice B R Gavai. He will serve a tenure of nearly 15 months, concluding on February 9, 2027. Justice Kant has been involved in significant constitutional rulings, including those related to Article 370 and the Pegasus spyware case. He previously served as Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court and has authored notable judgments in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His recent work includes a presidential reference regarding legislative powers and urging the Election Commission to address discrepancies in Bihar's electoral rolls.
Published 12 days ago • 23 Nov 2025, 12:40 PM IST