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Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India. His oath ceremony will take place on November 11, 2024.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna- Appointment as CJI Justice
Sanjiv Khanna has been officially appointed as the next Chief Justice of India by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu. This comes after Chief Justice DY Chandrachud named him as his successor before his own retirement.
Oath Ceremony and Retirement of Justice Chandrachud
The oath-taking ceremony for Justice Khanna is scheduled for November 11, 2024, just a day after Justice Chandrachud retires. Justice Khanna, currently serving in the Supreme Court, is due to retire in May 2025.
Key Judgments Delivered by Justice Khanna
As a part of the Supreme Court, Justice Khanna has been involved in significant rulings, including the striking down of the Electoral Bonds scheme and the upholding of the removal of Article 370 in the Constitution.