Chief Justice of India (CJI)-designate Justice Surya Kant, who is set to take the oath of office on Monday, November 24, has outlined his administrative and judicial roadmap, identifying the reduction of case pendency and the promotion of mediation as his top priorities. Justice Kant will succeed outgoing Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, who is demitting office on Sunday.

Appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India by President Droupadi Murmu on October 30, Justice Kant’s tenure will span 15 months, concluding on February 9, 2027.

Tackling the “Scoreboard” of Pendency

Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Justice Kant candidly addressed the mounting arrears in the Apex Court. He termed the backlog his “first and foremost challenge,” highlighting that the Supreme Court’s “scoreboard” currently re

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