Shimla, July 15 -- Former Chief Justice of India, justice Sanjiv Khanna, will be a distinguished professor at Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla, shared university in a statement on Monday.

Distinguished professor is an honorary academic title awarded to exceptionally accomplished and recognised faculty members at universities.

Khanna, the 51st Chief Justice of India, retired on May 13, 2025. Elevated to the Supreme Court of India on January 18, 2019, justice Khanna held several prominent positions during his tenure.

The varsity said that Khanna shares a longstanding and distinguished relationship with it, having previously served as its visitor. "His association has been marked by deep commitment to the cause of ...