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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Merit will never be compromised,' CJI Gavai vows transparency in judicial appointments
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai reaffirmed the Supreme Court's commitment to transparency in judicial appointments during a felicitation ceremony organised by the Bombay Bar Association. He emphasised that the court is working to dispel the perception that the Supreme Court is "CJI-centric." Speaking at the Bombay High Court in an event organised by the Bombay Bar Association, CJI Gavai highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure a more inclusive and transparent appointment process. He noted that this approach had been strengthened since the tenure of Justice Sanjiv Khanna. Show more Show less
India Gazette
05-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Merit will never be compromised," says CJI BR Gavai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 5 (ANI): Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai reaffirmed the Supreme Court's commitment to transparency in judicial appointments during a felicitation ceremony organised by the Bombay Bar Association. He emphasised that the court is working to dispel the perception that the Supreme Court is 'CJI-centric.' Speaking at the Bombay High Court in an event organised by the Bombay Bar Association, CJI Gavai highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure a more inclusive and transparent appointment process. He noted that this approach had been strengthened since the tenure of Justice Sanjiv Khanna. '...We have tried to dispel the impression that the Supreme Court is a CJI-Centric court,' CJI Gavai said. 'In the interest of the institution, from the period of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, we have tried to infuse more transparency in the matter of appointments.' He shared that the court had recently interviewed 54 candidates and recommended around 36 appointments. He assured that the selection process would continue to be transparent while ensuring fair representation from all sections of society. 'For the last three days, on the first two days, we held interviews with about 54 candidates, and yesterday we have recommended around 36 appointments...I must assure you that we will ensure that we adopt a complete process of transparency while ensuring that representation is given to all sections of society. The merit will never be compromised,' he added. Addressing the issue of case pendency, CJI Gavai acknowledged it as a serious challenge. He attributed one of the significant causes of pendency to judicial vacancies and assured that steps are being taken to address them. 'Pendency is a huge issue. We are trying to work on it. One of the reasons for dependency is the vacancies which are not filled up. This is the third function in Nagpur that has flagged an issue about interference in the functioning of the college. I must assure you that we will ensure that we will adopt a complete process of transparency. While ensuring that the representation is given to all sections of the society, the merit will never be compromised, and in so far as my own High Court is concerned, I can assure that the names, whatever are recommended, we will try to follow it up and that as soon as possible the Bombay High Court starts functioning at full strength so that at least the issue of dependency is addressed to some extent.' Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India in May. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Gavai, who succeeded CJI Sanjiv Khanna. Justice Gavai is the first Buddhist Chief Justice and only the second from the Dalit community, after former Chief Justice KG Balakrishnan, who held office in 2007, to occupy the highest judicial office in the country. Justice Gavai has also made it clear that he will not take any post-retirement assignments. (ANI)
NDTV
05-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
"Supreme Court Is Not A Chief Justice-Centric Court": BR Gavai
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai reaffirmed the Supreme Court's commitment to transparency in judicial appointments during a felicitation ceremony organised by the Bombay Bar Association. He emphasised that the court is working to dispel the perception that the Supreme Court is "CJI-centric." Speaking at the Bombay High Court in an event organised by the Bombay Bar Association, CJI Gavai highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure a more inclusive and transparent appointment process. He noted that this approach had been strengthened since the tenure of Justice Sanjiv Khanna. "...We have tried to dispel the impression that the Supreme Court is a CJI-Centric court," CJI Gavai said. "In the interest of the institution, from the period of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, we have tried to infuse more transparency in the matter of appointments." He shared that the court had recently interviewed 54 candidates and recommended around 36 appointments. He assured that the selection process would continue to be transparent while ensuring fair representation from all sections of society. "For the last three days, on the first two days, we held interviews with about 54 candidates, and yesterday we have recommended around 36 appointments...I must assure you that we will ensure that we adopt a complete process of transparency while ensuring that representation is given to all sections of society. The merit will never be compromised," he added. Addressing the issue of case pendency, CJI Gavai acknowledged it as a serious challenge. He attributed one of the significant causes of pendency to judicial vacancies and assured that steps are being taken to address them. "Pendency is a huge issue. We are trying to work on it. One of the reasons for dependency is the vacancies which are not filled up. This is the third function in Nagpur that has flagged an issue about interference in the functioning of the college. I must assure you that we will ensure that we will adopt a complete process of transparency. While ensuring that the representation is given to all sections of the society, the merit will never be compromised, and in so far as my own High Court is concerned, I can assure that the names, whatever are recommended, we will try to follow it up and that as soon as possible the Bombay High Court starts functioning at full strength so that at least the issue of dependency is addressed to some extent." Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India in May. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Gavai, who succeeded CJI Sanjiv Khanna. Justice Gavai is the first Buddhist Chief Justice and only the second from the Dalit community, after former Chief Justice KG Balakrishnan, who held office in 2007, to occupy the highest judicial office in the country. Justice Gavai has also made it clear that he will not take any post-retirement assignments.
The Hindu
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
CJI Gavai assures ‘complete transparency' in the collegium system for appointments
Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai on Friday (July 4, 2025) said that the collegium system for appointment of judges would uphold the principles of merit, transparency, and inclusive representation, and asserted that the process would not be compromised by external pressures. Speaking at a felicitation event hosted by the Bombay Bar Association in his honour, CJI Gavai remarked, 'We will adopt a procedure of complete transparency. Merit will never be compromised. We will have representatives from all sections of society.' CJI Gavai, who took charge as the 52nd Chief Justice of India in May, noted that efforts to increase transparency within the collegium had already been under way during the tenure of his predecessor, Justice Sanjiv Khanna. He also addressed recent concerns raised publicly by Justice Dipankar Datta about alleged interference in the collegium's functioning, stating that all names recommended would be duly followed up and considered fairly. Reflecting on his own elevation to the Supreme Court in 2019, CJI Gavai revealed that not all members of the collegium were initially in support. 'One of the collegium judges had some reservations, thinking my elevation might lead to unrest among senior members of the Mumbai Bar,' he said. 'But several senior lawyers met the judge in Delhi and clarified the matter.' He expressed gratitude to the Bombay Bar Association, saying, 'I will always remain indebted. My elevation to the Supreme Court, and now as Chief Justice of India, would not have been possible without the Bar's support.' The Chief Justice also clarified that the Supreme Court should not be viewed as being centred around one individual. 'The Supreme Court is not a CJI-centric court. The Chief Justice is only the first among equals,' he said. Deliberately avoiding public statements or interviews at the time of assuming office, CJI Gavai said he preferred to let his actions speak. 'Rather than laying out a roadmap, I chose not to make promises. Let my work speak for itself when I retire six months from now,' he added. On the reasons for the high pendency in Bombay High Court, CJI Gavai said, 'Insofar as my own High Court is concerned, I can assure that the names, whatever are recommended, we will try to follow it up and as soon as possible, the Bombay HC starts functioning at a full strength so that at least the issue of pendency is resolved at least to some extent.'
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CJI Gavai Stresses Transparency and Inclusivity in Judicial Appointments, Vows to Strengthen Bombay HC
Mumbai: The Supreme Court is trying to infuse more transparency in matters of appointments, said Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai adding that attempts are on to ensure that Bombay high court functions at its full strength of 94 judges. The CJI was speaking at his felicitation ceremony held by the Bombay Bar Association (BBA) at the Bombay HC in Mumbai, on Friday. CJI Gavai said that from CJI Sanjiv Khanna's time, they have tried to infuse more transparency in matters of appointments. "The CJI is only the first among equals, and we have tried to dispel the impression that the SC is a 'CJI-centric court'," he added. "Immediately on my assuming office on May 14, we had a full court sitting, where all judges participated, and we took many decisions in the interest of the institution." You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The CJI said the collegium went through 54 candidates in the last three days and on Thursday recommended 36 appointments. "Pendency (of cases) is a huge issue. We are trying to work on it. One of the reasons is vacancies which are not filled up," said the CJI, adding, "Justice (Dipankar) Datta at a function in Nagpur flagged the issue of interference in the functioning of the collegium. I must assure you that we will adopt a complete process of transparency. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Encontrar estabilidad durante las fluctuaciones del mercado [Aprende todo] eToro Market Updates Más información Undo While ensuring that representation is given to all sections of society, merit will never be compromised (in the appointment of judges)." CJI Gavai also launched a BBA app and AI guidelines for lawyers. BBA Chief Nitin Thakkar said the Bombay HC is the busiest in the nation. It has a vacancy of 29 judges, or over 30 percent. The CJI rose to the exalted position from a humble background on merits, said the speakers, which included Advocate General Birendra Saraf, SC Judge Dipankar Datta and HC CJ Alok Aradhe. Meanwhile, assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar on Friday said that CJI Gavai will be felicitated at Vidhan Bhavan on Tuesday. Gavai will give a lecture on the importance of the Indian constitution to legislators. Article 226 of the Indian Constitution is not only a power to do justice, but it is coupled with a duty of the HC Judge to do justice. Likewise under Articles 32 and 142, duty of SC Judges to do justice, said CJI Gavai adding, "I have always attempted to do that. ''
