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From Village to Supreme Court: The Inspiring Journey of Chief Justice Surya Kant, India's Legal Trailblazer
Nov 24, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Chief Justice Surya Kant's remarkable journey from a small Haryana village to becoming India's top judge showcases his determination and legal excellence. As the first person from Haryana to hold this prestigious position since 1950, his story reflects overcoming humble beginnings through education and perseverance, while making significant contributions to India's judicial landscape through landmark verdicts on constitutional matters, electoral rights, and gender equality.
Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India: Career Highlights and Landmark Judgments
Nov 24, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice, bringing extensive experience from landmark cases including sedition law suspension, women's rights advancements, and national security matters. Born in Haryana and serving until February 2027, his 15-month tenure follows a distinguished career spanning district courts to the Supreme Court, where he's known for upholding constitutional values and gender equality.
Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India: Vows to Tackle Court Backlog
Nov 24, 2025 01:13 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice, beginning a 15-month tenure until February 2027. With a distinguished legal career spanning four decades, the new CJI has prioritized reducing the nation's backlog of court cases and has been involved in landmark verdicts including the sedition law suspension, Article 370 abrogation, and advocacy for women's representation in legal institutions. His appointment comes with a commitment to engage High Courts nationwide to improve judicial efficiency.
Justice Surya Kant: A Profile of India's 53rd Chief Justice and His Landmark Verdicts
Oct 27, 2025 05:12 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant, set to become India's 53rd Chief Justice on November 24, 2025, brings over two decades of judicial experience to the position. His distinguished career features landmark verdicts on Article 370 abrogation, electoral reforms, gender equality, and corruption cases. From his humble beginnings in Haryana to the apex court, Justice Kant's 15-month tenure as CJI will focus on addressing the Supreme Court's 90,000-case backlog while continuing his commitment to constitutional values and judicial reform.
