In a significant moment for the Indian judiciary, Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was on Wednesday sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI). The oath of office was administered by President Droupadi Murmu during a brief but solemn ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Justice Gavai succeeds Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who demitted office on Tuesday upon reaching the retirement age of 65.
Appointed to the Supreme Court on May 24, 2019, Justice Gavai is set to serve as the CJI for a tenure exceeding six months, with his retirement scheduled for November 23, 2025.
Adding to the moment's significance, Justice Gavai took the oath of affirmation in Hindi—underscoring linguistic inclusivity at the apex of India's judicial system.
