CJI BR Gavai stresses judicial independence; Key highlights from interaction with legal journalists

Chief Justice of India, BR Gavai, emphasized the importance of judicial independence to maintain public trust during an informal interaction with legal journalists. He refrained from commenting on the ongoing Judge Yashwant Varma matter, citing its presence before the Parliamentary Committee.

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Updated : 23 November 2025, 2:15 PM IST

CJI Gavai on Judicial Independence and Bill Assent

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India, BR Gavai, on Sunday, addressed key questions regarding judicial independence and the legislative process during an informal interaction with legal journalists.

CJI Refuses Comment on Judge Yashwant Varma Matter

When asked about the ongoing matter involving Judge Yashwant Varma, CJI Gavai refrained from commenting, stating that the issue is currently before the Parliamentary Committee.

CJI B.R. Gavai, responding to a question during an informal interaction with legal journalists, said he would not comment on the Judge Yashwant Varma matter, stating that the issue is currently before the Parliamentary Committee. pic.twitter.com/vRfyzVVS4M

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Judicial Independence Remains Crucial

The Chief Justice reiterated the importance of maintaining judicial independence, stating that “Independence of the judiciary is essential to maintain the public’s trust.”

“Independence of the judiciary is essential to maintain the public’s trust,” says CJI B.R. Gavai during an interaction with legal journalists. pic.twitter.com/TBaru6gcxA

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On Governor’s Role in Bill Assent

CJI Gavai also touched upon the role of a Governor in the legislative process, particularly regarding the assent of Bills passed by the state legislature.

CJI B.R. Gavai says a Governor cannot hold a Bill indefinitely, nor can a strict timeline be imposed — “there must be a balance. The Governor has to decide within a reasonable period.” pic.twitter.com/pW46VDDTfl

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He said Governor cannot hold a Bill indefinitely, nor can a strict timeline be imposed, “there must be a balance. The Governor has to decide within a reasonable period.”