Justice Gavai Applauds Justice Ramana's People's Legacy

Justice BR Gavai, soon to take over as Chief Justice of India, has praised outgoing Justice NV Ramana for his significant contributions to the judiciary. Gavai lauded Ramana's efforts in making justice more accessible and referred to him as a 'people's chief justice' for bridging the gap between judges and the public.

Speaking at the book launch of 'Narratives off the Bench - A Judge Speaks', a collection of Justice Ramana's speeches, Gavai emphasized Ramana's unique approach to judicial transparency. Ramana's tenure was marked by his commitment to diversity, inclusiveness, and his groundbreaking decision to have nine judges sworn in simultaneously, including Justice BV Nagarathna, who may become the first female Chief Justice of India.

Gavai highlighted shared backgrounds with Justices Ramana and Surya Kant, noting their rural roots and familial ties to agriculture. He praised Ramana's humanity and compassion, traits vividly reflected in his judgments and speeches, underscoring his lasting impact on the judiciary.

(With inputs from agencies.)