Justice Surya Kant becomes 53rd CJI as BR Gavai hands over reins with rare gesture; collegium restructured
Justice Surya Kant took oath as India’s 53rd CJI at Rashtrapati Bhavan, beginning a tenure that brings a refreshed Supreme Court collegium. The transition was marked by former CJI BR Gavai’s thoughtful gesture of leaving the official car for his successor, a quiet but notable moment of institutional courtesy.






