The outgoing Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, who is going to relinquish his post on November 23rd on superannuation, has reportedly recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor. He is the second senior most judge of the Supreme Court and will also become the first Chief Justice from Haryana state.

One month before the retirement of incumbent, it is customary that a recommendation has to be sent to Union Law Ministry about the next appointment to the highest judicial post. The letter from the government seeking the comments and recommendations of the current Chief Justice will kickstart the process of appointing the successor.

As BR Gavai sent his recommendation, it is now just a formality before Surya Kant takes over as the 53rd CJI. Born in 1962, Surya Kant earned his Bachelor’s deg

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