Justice Surya Kant: The Next CJI with a Legacy of Landmark Verdicts

Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai officially recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor, marking a transition poised for November 24. Currently the second senior-most judge in the Supreme Court, Justice Kant is expected to assume the role of the 53rd Chief Justice of India after CJI Gavai's retirement on November 23.

Justice Surya Kant, recognized for his critical engagement on significant legal matters, will bring his extensive two-decade experience on the bench to the position. His judicial history includes significant rulings on Article 370, and judgments upholding free speech and gender equality, alongside decisions impacting democracy and environmental law.

Throughout his career, Justice Kant has been a key figure in landmark decisions, such as those addressing the colonial-era sedition law, electoral transparency, and gender representation within bar associations. As he prepares to lead the judiciary, Justice Kant's future contributions are anticipated with high expectations from the legal community.