President Murmu Appoints Justice Surya Kant As Next CJI

Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has stated that President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India. Currently CJI Bhushan Gavai will retire on Nov 23. Therefore, Justice Surya will take charge as CJI after Gavai’s retirement. Justice Surya will hold office for 15 months till February 9, 2027.