Justice Surya Kant appointed next CJI

In a significant move, Justice Surya Kant has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, as announced by the Union Law Ministry. He will officially take over on November 24, 2025, following Justice Bhushan R Gavai. Justice Kant's tenure is expected to shape the judicial landscape for the next 15 months, concluding on February 9, 2027.