New Delhi, Oct 27: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has formally recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor, setting the stage for his appointment as the 53rd Chief Justice of India.

Justice Surya Kant, currently the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, is expected to assume office on November 24, a day after CJI Gavai retires on November 23.

The recommendation has been sent to the Union Law Ministry, in keeping with established procedure.

As per the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP), the document that governs the appointment and elevation of judges, the sitting Chief Justice recommends the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court deemed fit to take over the role.

The Law Ministry had earlier written to CJI Gavai, requesting the name of his successor, pro

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