Justice BR Gavai takes oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India; first Buddhist CJI

Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was on Wednesday sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI), becoming the first Buddhist and only the second judge from the Scheduled Castes to ascend to the nation's highest judicial office. His elevation is both historic and symbolic, representing the values of inclusivity and constitutional morality that the judiciary upholds. Justice Gavai will serve as the Chief Justice until his retirement on November 23, 2025. As he dons the mantle of Chief Justice, all eyes will be on him, not just for the judgments he delivers, but for the legacy he shapes.