CJI Gavai Declares No Government Position After Retirement

Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai has announced that he will not accept any government position after his retirement in November 2025. He made this statement during a visit to his native village in Maharashtra's Amravati district. Gavai also laid the foundation stone for a grand gate named after his father, R.S. Gavai, and will inaugurate a court building in the evening.

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the delays in approving judge appointments, with the collegium's recommendations pending with the Centre for several years. Senior Advocate Arvind Datar brought to light the issue during a recent hearing, highlighting that some names have been recommended since 2019 and are still pending. The Chief Justice of India, B.R. Gavai, acknowledged the delays and assured that the court is addressing the matter administratively [1].

In a separate development, Chief Justice Gavai announced that he will not accept any government position after his retirement in November 2025. This announcement came during his visit to his native village in Maharashtra's Amravati district. During his visit, he laid the foundation stone for a grand gate named after his father, R.S. Gavai, and will inaugurate a court building in the evening.

The delays in judicial appointments can have significant implications for the judiciary's efficiency and the administration of justice. The Supreme Court's intervention underscores the need for the government to adhere to timelines in clearing collegium recommendations. As the judiciary continues to face challenges in maintaining its independence and effectiveness, the timely appointment of judges is crucial.

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[1] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/supreme-court-flags-centres-delay-in-collegium-judges-appointments/articleshow/122889536.cms