The outgoing Chirf Justice of India got emotional on his last working day on friday and reflected on his tenure saying “there is no greater feeling than being able to serve those in need”. CJI Chandrachud will retire on November 10 but today was his last official working day.
A ceremonial four judge bench convened to bid farewell, including CJI- designate Sanjiv Khanna, justices J B Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra. The CJI conveyed profound satisfaction for his accomplishments and the privilege of serving the nation. ” You asked me what keeps me going because there is not a single day when you feel that you have not learned something, that you have not had an opportunity to serve the society,” a teary eyed CJI said.
In his Farewell speech, CJI Chandrachud shared his progression from being a law student seated in the vack row to presiding over the Supreme Court. He emphasised the honour of serving the nation, noting how each day provided opportunities for professional and personal development