New Delhi, Nov. 24 -- Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai set a new precedent on Monday by leaving the official Mercedes-Benz car for his successor Justice Surya Kant at the Rashtrapati Bhavan after the latter's swearing-in ceremony.

Justice Surya Kant was sworn in on Monday at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking the start of his nearly 15-month tenure as the head of the Indian judiciary. He was administered the oath as the 53rd CJI by President Droupadi Murmu at a brief ceremony on Monday morning. He took the oath in Hindi in the name of God.

Justice Gavai, who superannuated on November 23, reached the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the official car and left for his residence in his personal vehicle after the function.

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