Justice Surya Kant takes oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India

New Delhi, Nov 24: Justice Surya Kant, known for his role in several landmark judgments, including the decision upholding the abrogation of Article 370, was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday.

President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Kant, who took the oath in Hindi.

He succeeds Justice B R Gavai.

Justice Kant was appointed as the next CJI on October 30 and will serve a tenure of nearly 15 months, demitting office on February 9, 2027, upon turning 65.

The ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Attended the oath-taking ceremony of Justice Surya Kant as the Chief Justice of India. Best wishes to him for his tenure ahead.”

Justice Kant brings to the office extensive judicial experience and has been part of several constitutional and significant decisions during his tenure in the Supreme Court.