Justice Suryakant of the Supreme Court took oath as the Chief Justice of India on Monday. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath to him as the 53rd Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
New Delhi: A new chapter has been added to the history of India's judiciary. Justice Suryakant, a senior judge of the Supreme Court, took oath as the country's 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Monday, November 24, 2025. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to him at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Justice Suryakant will now assume responsibility for the nation's highest judicial office, succeeding the recently retired CJI Justice B.R. Gavai.
The notification for Justice Suryakant's appointment was issued by the Union Government's Ministry of Law in early November 2025. His appointment is considered an example of experience, integrity, and administrative capability in India's legal fraternity.
How long will CJI Suryakant serve?
Justice Suryakant's tenure is set from November 24, 2025, to February 9, 2027. Thus, he will serve as the Chief Justice of the country for approximately 15 months. According to the tradition of the judiciary in India, the CJI's tenure lasts until a fixed age (65 years). It is expected that Justice Suryakant will contribute significantly in areas such as important constitutional matters, judicial reforms, and the digitization of courts during his tenure.
Who is Justice Suryakant? – Background
Born in Hisar district of Haryana, Justice Suryakant grew up in a very humble family. He began his career in law and quickly gained recognition as a senior advocate due to his sharp legal acumen. Later, he joined the judicial cadre and was appointed to significant positions successively —
- Judge in the Punjab & Haryana High Court
- Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court
- Judge of the Supreme Court
He held such important positions. Now he is assuming the country's highest judicial responsibility.
How much wealth does CJI Suryakant possess?
According to official records made public by the Supreme Court, Justice Suryakant's assets are transparent and extensively spread across numerous cities in India.
1. Vehicles
- Justice Suryakant does not own any personal vehicle.
- His wife owns a Maruti Wagon-R.
2. Residential Properties
He possesses a total of six residential properties and two plots across the country. These prominently include:
- Chandigarh Sector-10 – A luxurious one-kanal house
- New Chandigarh, Eco City-II – A 500 square yard plot
- Chandigarh Sector-18C – A 192 square yard residence
- Gurugram, Sushant Lok-I – A 300 square yard plot
- Gurugram, DLF-II – A 250 square yard house
- New Delhi, Greater Kailash-I – A 285 square yard property (Ground Floor + Basement)
Ownership of all these properties is registered jointly or individually in the names of Justice Suryakant and his family members.
3. Agricultural Land and Ancestral Property
Justice Suryakant's rural and ancestral properties are also extensive:
- Approximately 13.5 acres of agricultural land in Golpura village, Panchkula
- 12 acres of agricultural land in Peterwar village, Hisar district
- One-third share in ancestral homes – in Peterwar and Hisar Urban Estate-II
These agricultural and ancestral properties are part of his family's long-standing legacy. The public disclosure of assets by Justice Suryakant and all Supreme Court judges is considered a positive step towards transparency and accountability in the Indian judiciary. This step further strengthens public trust in the justice system.
