Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed Chief Justice of India
Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice D Y Chandrachud, who retires on November 10, 2024. Justice Khanna, a seasoned Supreme Court judge, will take the oath of office on November 11, 2024, and serve until May 13, 2025, due to the retirement age limit of 65. His appointment follows constitutional procedures, with the President of India consulting the outgoing CJI. Justice Khanna’s brief tenure brings both continuity and challenges, with expectations high for his impact on critical legal and constitutional matters.
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