Key Points
- Chief Justice DY Chandrachud recommended Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor.
- Justice Khanna is the second-most senior judge in the Supreme Court.
- He has a wealth of experience across different areas of law.
- Chandrachud will retire on November 11.
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Chief Justice DY Chandrachud is gearing up to hand over the reins to Justice Sanjiv Khanna as he gets ready to retire on November 11. This recommendation is a big deal for the Indian judiciary.
Meet Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Justice Khanna isn’t new to the legal game. He kicked off his career in 1983 as an advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi and has tackled everything from constitutional law to medical negligence.
Over the years, he’s taken on key roles, including being the Senior Standing Counsel for the Income Tax Department and serving as the Additional Public Prosecutor at the Delhi High Court. His big moment came in 2005 when he became an additional judge at the Delhi High Court, and just a year later, he was made a permanent judge.
Climbing the Ranks
By 2019, Justice Khanna made it to the Supreme Court and has been actively involved with the Supreme Court Legal Service Committee. He’s also the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority. With such an impressive background, it’s no wonder he’s the top choice.
This leadership change could mean some exciting shifts for the Indian judiciary. As Justice Chandrachud wraps up his impactful term, many are eager to see how Justice Khanna will lead the way.
