India, May 16 -- Justice BR Gavai known to be fair and frank, becomes the 52nd Chief Justice of India

On May 14, 2025, Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India in a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a historic moment for the Indian judiciary. Sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu, Justice Gavai etched his name into history not just for his judicial achievements, but also as the first Buddhist to ascend to the position of Chief Justice of India. His rise signals both a deep personal legacy and a broader societal progression.

Born on November 24, 1960, in Amravati, Maharashtra, Justice Gavai's journey to the highest judicial post in the country has been one of steady perseverance and service...