Chief Justice Leads Supreme Court's Rural Outreach In Rann Of Kutch
NDTV
The historical initiative, aimed at connecting with the grassroots, has seen the top echelons of the judiciary convene in the Kutch area of Gujarat for a two-day program.
In a move to enhance accessibility to justice and foster a direct dialogue with the common people, the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, has embarked on an unprecedented journey to rural India. The historical initiative, aimed at connecting with the grassroots, has seen the top echelons of the judiciary convene in the Rann of Kutch area of Gujarat for a two-day programme.
This conference, a first of its kind in the nation's history, brings together 250 district judges from lower courts nationwide, alongside representatives from all the High Courts. The event, spanning Saturday and Sunday, will see Chief Justice Chandrachud and his fellow judges engage directly with district judges.
CJI Chandrachud is joined by Justice Sanjeev Khanna, Justice Surya Kant, and Justice Bela M Trivedi. Of particular significance, Justices Sanjeev Khanna and Surya Kant are anticipated to assume the role of Chief Justice in the future.