Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai said that he follows Buddhism, but has not studied any religion in depth. Describing himself as completely secular, he said that he believes in all religions – Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, Christian.

Considered humanity and the Constitution above religion.
Speaking at a program, he told that he got this idea from his father, who was a follower of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. Gavai said that whenever the family got information about any Dargah, they used to go there also.

CJI said before leaving the Supreme Court
This speech was given at the farewell ceremony organized by the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA). CJI Gavai is retiring on 23 November and 22 November is his last working day in the Supreme Court.

What I am today is because of the Constitution and Dr. Ambedkar – BR Gavai
CJI Gavai, who comes from the Dalit community, said that his entire journey was possible because of the Constitution and Dr. Ambedkar. He said, ‘Whatever I am today is because of this institution (Supreme Court). A child who studied sitting on the floor in a municipal school could never have imagined that he would reach this far. I always tried to follow the four values ​​of the Constitution – justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.

VIDEO | Delhi: Speaking at his farewell function, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai says, “I practice Buddhism, but I do not have any deep knowledge of any religious studies. I am truly a secular person. I believe in all religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Islam.”

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Supreme Court is not just an institution of CJI but of all judges – Gavai
Gavai said that the Supreme Court should not be an individual-centric institution. He said that I never took decisions alone. Every decision was taken with the participation of the full court and all the judges. The Supreme Court is a big institution and judges, lawyers, registry and staff are all equally important in it.

Mention of big decision on calling lawyers by investigating agencies
In the program, SCAORA President Vipin Nair thanked CJI Gavai for taking cognizance of the issue of lawyers being summoned by the investigating agencies. In an important decision of October 31, the Supreme Court had said that agencies like ED cannot summon lawyers on the basis of their legal advice.

The country will get a new Chief Justice on 24 November. President Draupadi Murmu has approved the recommendation to appoint Justice Surya Kant, the second senior most judge of the Supreme Court, to this post. On October 27, the current Chief Justice BR Gavai had recommended the name of Justice Kant as his successor to the Central Government.

Chief Justice Gavai is retiring on 23 November. In such a situation, Justice Kant will take oath of office on 24th November. His tenure will be till February 9, 2027 i.e. about 15 months. He will be the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court to come from Haryana.

Became Supreme Court judge in 2019

Justice Surya Kant was born on 10 February 1962 in Hisar, Haryana. Justice Surya Kant, coming from a middle-class family, became the Advocate General of Haryana in the year 2000. In 2004, he was appointed judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court. In 2018, he became the Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court and on 24 May 2019, he became the Judge of the Supreme Court.

liberal attitude in court

As a judge, Justice Surya Kant, who has more than two decades of experience, expresses his views vocally in the court. Along with this, he also gives full opportunity to all the lawyers to present their views. His attitude is particularly lenient towards the parties appearing in person in the court. He is often seen listening to their problems like a family member and suggesting solutions.

Notice not issued on insult to CJI

Recently, he showed generosity by refusing to issue a contempt notice to the lawyer who threw a shoe at Chief Justice BR Gavai. He said that the court does not want to give importance to that lawyer by taking further action against him.

Hearing of many big cases including Bihar SIR

He has heard many important cases in the Supreme Court. Even at this time, he is hearing many important cases including Bihar SIR (Voter List Revision), Shiv Sena election symbol dispute, expulsion of illegal infiltrators and digital arrest.

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All India Advocates Association, Bengaluru filed a complaint at the Vidhan Sabha police station against lawyer Rakesh Kishore, who threw a shoe at the Chief Justice (CJI) of the Supreme Court. The association has said that this is a serious crime and the accused should be punished. On the basis of the complaint, the police have registered zero FIR under sections 132 and 133 of the Indian Justice Code (BNS).

Lawyers demonstrated across the country

Lawyers from Delhi to different parts of the country protested against the attempt to misbehave with CJI BR Gavai. Lawyers said that this attack is not just on one person, but is a conspiracy to shake the foundation of India’s justice system. This is a direct attack against the Constitution.

The lawyer told why the attack was attempted?

Rakesh Kishore shouted, “Insulting Sanatan will not do” before trying to throw the shoe at the CJI. After this incident, lawyer Rakesh Kishore said, “I am against violence, but why did a non-violent, honest man, who has no case against him and is not associated with any group, have to do this, it is a matter of thought.”

He said, “I am hurt by the statement given by the CJI regarding Lord Vishnu. This was my reaction to his comment.” Advocate Rakesh Kumar said that he was not drunk that day and he has no regrets or fears about whatever happened.

License of lawyer Rakesh Kumar canceled

The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has canceled the license of accused lawyer Rakesh Kumar. On Monday (6 October 2025), the lawyer was taken into custody by the police after he tried to throw a shoe towards the CJI and was interrogated for 3 hours in the Supreme Court campus itself. According to the police, there was no complaint by the Supreme Court officials in this matter. The lawyer was released after interrogation.

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The sensation spread in the Supreme Court of the country on Monday (October 6) when a person threw a shoe at Chief Justice (CJI) BR Gawai. This incident happened for the first time in judicial history, which has shocked the entire country. On this, Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav has reacted strongly and called it an attack on democratic values ​​of India.

Tejashwi Yadav said in his statement that it is not just one person but an attack on the entire judicial system and constitution. He said that when the person sitting in the highest judicial post of the country has to face insults in the court, then it is a matter of concern. This is the same atmosphere that was spread in the country after 2014 under state protection, where hatred and violence were made normal.

Constitutional post in the country is also no longer safe- Tejashwi Yadav

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav described the incident as a symbol of the Constitution and Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar’s intolerance to the ideology. He said that the Chief Justice comes from the Dalit community and follows the spirit of the Constitution. If such individuals are not safe in constitutional positions, then this question is not only for the judiciary but for the whole country.

Why are the BJP who have anti-Dalit mentality now silent- Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav further said that this shoe has not been thrown on the Chief Justice, but on our Constitution and its author Baba Saheb Ambedkar. He alleged that people who spread hatred in the name of religion are now openly attacking the institutions of the country. Taking a dig at the BJP, he said that why the BJP holding the constitution and anti -Dalit mindset is silent on this incident. Do they find it all right? The dignity of the judiciary is the backbone of our democracy and it is the duty of every citizen to save it.

Democracy will be strengthened only when we respect his institutions

Tejashwi Yadav finally appealed to the countrymen to stand united against such trends which are weakening the constitution and the foundation of justice. He said that democracy will be strong only when we respect its institutions and maintain the dignity of the Constitution.

This incident has not only shocked the judicial world, but has also created a stir in the political corridors. The opposition has described it as a warning a threat to democracy, while a new debate has erupted on the security and dignity of the judiciary across the country.

A shocking incident came to light on Monday (October 6) in the Supreme Court.CJI) B.R. Gawai was hearing a case when a lawyer CJI BR tried to throw a shoe at Gawai. Now the reaction of Congress MP Imran Masood has come out on this matter.

Congress MP Imran Masood has said that It will be written on the black day in the history of the country, the son of a Dalit has become a CJI, he is not liked. Congress MP said that To abuse such as Dalits and Muslims. They said that Do these people want to take the country in the Stone Age? The country will run through the Constitution, everyone’s rights within the Constitution are protected. Only your right is not your right, why are you humiliating all. Sanatan is the religion of love, you are spreading hatred.

UP is number one in oppression of Dalits and Muslims- Imran Masood

Congress MP there Imran masood Done On the events of Uttar Pradesh Where I am saying what I am saying, saying with proof. The way girls have been beaten and murdered in Rae Bareli. Uttar Pradesh is number one in the oppression of Dalits and Muslims. If someone shows the poster, then you break the hands and feet, run the bulldozer at his house. No guideline is being followed. They are also cheating the Supreme Court.

Bihar elections should be held under the supervision of Supreme Court- Imran Masood

Along with this, Congress MP Imran Masood also reacted to the announcement of Bihar elections today. Congress MP said that all the attacks we replied on the Election Commission BJP Gave Their alliance is clearly visible, we want the elections to be completed under the supervision of the Supreme Court, we will also monitor.

Chief Justice (CJI) of India R. Gawai said on Friday (October 3) that the Indian judicial system is not operated by the rule of bulldozers, but from the rule of law. During an event in Mauritius, he mentioned his own decision to condemn Bulldozer Justice.

‘India does not run by law with bulldozers’

Highlighting the principle of rule of law and its widespread interpretation on behalf of the Supreme Court of India, CJI Gawai said, “This decision has given a clear message that the Indian judicial system is run not from the rule of bulldozers, but from the rule of law.”

Justice Gawai is on a three -day official visit to Mauritius. In the judgment given in the Bulldozer Justice case, the Supreme Court admitted that the demolition of the houses of the accused over alleged offenses bypasses legal processes, violates the rule of law and violates the fundamental right to shelter under Article 21 of the Constitution.

CJI mentioned the historical decisions of the Supreme Court

He said that it was also believed that the executive could not play another role. Mauritius President Dharambir Gokhul, Prime Minister Naveen Chandra Ramgulam and Chief Justice Rehana Mungali Gulbul were also present on the occasion. In his address, the Chief Justice mentioned various historical decisions of the Supreme Court including the 1973 Keshavanand Bharti case.

Justice Gawai said that in the social sector, laws have been enacted to prevent historical injustice and marginalized communities have often resorted to the language of their rule and law to claim their rights.

Chief Justice mentioned triple talaq

He said, “In the political field, the rule of law serves as a standard of good governance and social progress, which is completely opposite to misrule and anarchy.” Referring to Mahatma Gandhi and BR Ambedkar’s contribution, he said that his foresight showed that the rule of law in India is not just a group of rules.

He mentioned recent notable decisions, including the decision to end the practice of triple talaq among Muslims. Justice Gawai also emphasized the importance of the decision in which the right to privacy is considered a fundamental right.

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Kamalatai Gavai, mother of Chief Justice (CJI) BR Gawai, has accepted the RSS invitation as the chief guest at the Vijayadashami ceremony to be held on 5 October in Amravati, Maharashtra. Meanwhile, Dr. Rajendra Gavai, brother of Chief Justice, said that politics and personal relations are different.

CJI’s mother accepted RSS invitation

Speaking to news agency ANI, CJI’s brother Dr. Rajendra Gawai said, “My mother has been invited for the RSS program to be held on 5 October in Amravati. He has accepted the invitation. This program to be held on 5th is not the main event. The Chief Vijayadashami program is being held in Nagpur on 2 October.”

‘We do not leave the ideology’

Dr. Rajendra Gavai said, “Personal and political relations are different. We do not leave our ideology behind in any case. Our ideology is strong.” The event to be held on Sunday (5 September 2025) is part of the RSS centenary celebrations, which symbolizes the completion of 100 years of the organization since its establishment in Nagpur on behalf of KB Hedgewar in 1925.

CJI’s mother’s name is listed as the Chief Guest in the official invitation. He was the former Governor and senior leader of the Republican and Ambedkarite movement in Vidarbha. Gawai’s wife. R.S. Gawai also served as the chairman of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Committee, Deekshabhoomi. Rajendra Gawai is currently a member of this committee

According to the report of the news agency PTI, PM Modi will release a memorial postage stamps and Sakka on Wednesday (1 October 2025) in the presence of Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosbole of RSS on the eve of the centenary year celebrations of the organization.

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The Supreme Court will order on Monday (September 15, 2025) on the Waqf Amendment Act case. The court reserved the order on 22 May on the issue of interim relief in the case. The bench of Chief Justice BR Gawai and Augustin George Christ heard for 3 consecutive days.

During the hearing, the court had told the petitioners that the law made from Parliament is considered constitutional till the final decision is taken. A very strong base will be required to stop its provisions.

Opposition to things like preventing Waqf Board from claiming

The petitioner side has opposed things such as making the registration of Waqf by user mandatory, in the dispute of the Waqf Board with the government, to be in the hands of a government official, to make non -Muslims members members in the Waqf Board, the possibility of religious activity in ancient monuments, the condition of being a Muslim for 5 years and the Waqf Board on the tribal land to stop the Waqf Board. They have been described as discrimination from Muslims and interference in religious matters.

On the other hand, the Central Government cited the law to enact a law after following the entire process on behalf of Parliament. The Center said that it would not be right to stop the sections of the law before the final hearing. Those who have brought the petition here are not personally affected. He is not a representative of the entire Muslim community. The law has been made in public interest. The discrepancies of the old Waqf law have been removed.

This condition placed for waqf

The government said that Waqf is not an essential part of Islam. It cannot be given the status like fundamental rights. The registration of Waqf by user was also kept necessary in the 1923 law. People who have not registered for 102 years, are still protesting. If the property is not their, then it should be used in social interest.

The Center also argued that earlier only Muslims could do Waqf, but in 2013, the provision of the property of non -Muslims was also made. To improve this, a condition has been laid for at least 5 years to be a Muslim. Constitution also gives protection to the land of tribals.

Indication of prohibiting law provisions

Limited members in the Waqf Board will be non -Muslims, whose role will also be very limited. There will be no difference from new Waqf law on religious activities in ancient monuments. It should be noted that during the initial hearing of the case, the bench headed by the then Chief Justice Sanjeev Khanna had indicated to stop some provisions of the law, but on April 17, the central government itself assured the court that there would be no appointment in the Waqf Board or Waqf Council at present.

Also, registered or declared Waqf by user (Waqf) properties will not be denotified. Now the order of the court will decide whether the Waqf Amendment Act will be fully applicable or not.

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Chief Justice BR Gavai said on Sunday (July 27, 2025) that rights without knowledge are not of any use. He emphasized the importance of making citizens aware of their rights. Addressing the Northern Regional Conference of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), Justice Gawai also said that there is a need to remove the discrepancies of the past and return Kashmir to its old form, where all communities lived with harmony.

He said, ‘Judges and lawyers together have to ensure justice for the last citizen of the country. Nalasa works in this direction. We are trying to take the work of Nalasa to the remote areas of the country, whether it is Ladakh, Northeast or Rajasthan. Unless people have knowledge of their rights, these rights have no meaning.

Dialogue between judges and lawyers

Giving clear reference to the situation of Kashmir’s last 35 years, the Chief Justice said that there have been some discrepancies which need to be removed. He said, ‘There have been some discrepancies, but we have to work to overcome them. This dialogue between judges and lawyers will provide a new approach. I am confident that this program will help in the reconstruction of traditional Kashmir, where all communities, Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs live together.

Justice Gawai said that Nalsa should continue his work to ensure that the last resident of the country’s remote region gets justice contained in the Constitution. He said, ‘Through the constitution of the country, we have promised ourselves to justice at political, social and economic level. It is our responsibility to implement justice according to its true spirit. The legal fraternity should be committed to the true values of the Constitution.

Political justice by ‘one person, one vote’

Justice Gawai said that while Babasaheb BR Ambedkar brought political justice through ‘one person, one vote’, the creation of the Constitution had talked about social division and difficulty in moving from one section to another.

Recalling his previous visits to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Gavai said that he received immense love and affection from the people of both the central regions. He said, “I feel as if I have come to my hometown. I am grateful to you for the love and affection that is raining on me. I have roamed all parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Sufi tradition promotes secularism

Justice Gawai said that the Sufi tradition here promotes secularism inherent in the Constitution of India. People of all religions come here to the dargahs, temples and other religious places. On the issues raised by the representatives of Ladakh, Kashmir and Jammu, he said that although he does not have the right to consider them, he will convey this to the concerned authorities including the collegium.

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Supreme Court Chief Justice B.K. R. Gawai said on Friday (July 24, 2025) that he would do consultation and mediation after his retirement and would not accept any government posts. He is the late TR in Amravati District and Sessions Court. Gilda Memorial was speaking at the inauguration of the e-library.

Chief Justice Gawai said, ‘I have announced on many occasions earlier that after November 24, I will not accept any government post. I will do the work of consultation and arbitration. Please tell that Chief Justice Gawai will retire on November 23, 2025.

Chief Justice attended the father’s death anniversary program

Gawai, in his native village Darapur in Amravati, his father, former Governor of Kerala and Bihar R.S. A tribute paid tribute to Gawai’s tomb on Friday (July 24, 2025). The Chief Justice along with his family members attended the father’s death anniversary program in his village.

Gawai also laid the foundation stone of the grand gate to be built on the way to Darapur village. The name of the entrance is R.S. It is named after Gavai, who was lovingly called Dadasaheb Gavai.

Chief Justice was strongly welcomed in the village

Earlier, people strongly welcomed him when the CJI reached the village. The Chief Justice has decided that he will not hold any government post after retirement, but he wants to give more time to his family and his home area.

BR, who took oath as Chief Justice of Supreme Court on 14 May. Gawai is the second Dalit Chief Justice. In 2003, he was also associated with the Bombay High Court for some time and in 2019 he took over as a judge of the Supreme Court.

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