CJI Justice Surya Kant Launches “Nurturing the Future of the Judiciary” E-Souvenir Of Chhattisgarh State Judicial Academy

Supreme Court judges Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra attended as guests of honour. Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court Justice Ramesh Sinha was also present, along with judges of the High Court and members of the judicial fraternity.

In his address, Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant observed that the Chhattisgarh High Court is among the youngest constitutional institutions in the Republic. As it expands its work and strengthens its institutional presence, it reflects not hierarchy, but fraternity within the constitutional family. Describing honours as moments of collective pride, he stated that such occasions allow institutions to understand one another more deeply and provide opportunities not only for gratitude but also for reflection.

Referring to the history of Chhattisgarh, he noted that the State is often described as a microcosm of India's diversity. He explained that the name “Chhattisgarh” is traditionally understood to mean the “land of thirty-six forts.” These forts, he symbolically observed, were not merely defensive structures, but centres of governance, administration, and community life. They stood firm not only because of military strength, but because of the values they upheld.

He highlighted the role of judicial academies in shaping institutional culture and strengthening constitutional values, particularly in relatively young High Courts. He also stressed that access to justice must not be limited by geography or infrastructure.

Justice Ramesh Sinha, in his welcome address, spoke about the evolution of the Chhattisgarh State Judicial Academy and its role in judicial training and institutional development. The e-souvenir, he said, is not merely a digital document, but a chronicle of dedication to judicial education, the evolution of infrastructure, and adaptation to the digital age.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal, Judge, High Court of Chhattisgarh.

All the judges of the High Court of Chhattisgarh, Justice P. Sam Koshy, Judge of the Telangana High Court, Principal Secretary (Law), Registrar General, officers of the Registry, Director and officers of the Chhattisgarh State Judicial Academy, judicial officers of District Raipur, and staff of the High Court of Chhattisgarh were also present on the occasion.