Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, Assumed Office as 51st Chief Justice of India

Justice Sanjiv Khanna assumed office as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI) on November 12, 2024. Check Details on Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna here.

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Justice Sanjiv Khanna assumed office as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI) on November 12, 2024.
His tenure as CJI will last approximately six months, ending with his retirement in May 2025.
Faced with a backlog of over 66,000 cases in the Supreme Court, Justice Khanna’s primary focus is on judicial reforms, accessibility, and efficiency in the judicial process.

About

Renowned for his expertise in tax and civil law, Justice Khanna has delivered several landmark judgments in these areas.
He aims to:
- Reduce case backlogs by expediting trials and improving court efficiency.
- Improve accessibility and affordability of litigation to make the justice system more citizen-friendly.
- Reform criminal case management to streamline and simplify the justice process.
As head of the Supreme Court collegium, Justice Khanna will also address the two existing vacancies on the Supreme Court bench.
His work reflects both traditional judicial values and a progressive approach toward modern legal challenges.

Brief Biography

Name: Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Position: 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI)
Date of Birth: May 14, 1959
Education: Law degree from Delhi University; began legal practice in 1983.
Legal Career:

- - Practiced tax and civil law extensively.
  - Served as a judge of the Delhi High Court.
  - Elevated to the Supreme Court, where he made significant contributions to tax, civil, and constitutional law.
Notable Judgments: Delivered key judgments enhancing citizen rights and promoting government accountability.