Let's Also Strive For Cleaner, Transparent, Accountable Legal System: CJI DY Chandrachud On Gandhi Jayanti

On October 2, 2023, the Supreme Court, along with the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti at New Delhi. The occasion was marked by a cleanliness drive and the garlanding of Mahatma Gandhi's statue and photograph of Lal Bahadur Shastri in the Supreme Court compound. Chief Justice of India, Dr DY Chandrachud, in his message stated that “On this special occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, we commemorate the birth anniversary of the Father of our Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, whose principles of non-violence, truth, and self-discipline continue to inspire us in our pursuit of justice.” CJI also paid his respect to Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri, on his Birth anniversary and stressed upon the stalwart leader’s vision for a strong and self-reliant India.The CJI reiterated that “Cleanliness, as Mahatma Gandhi emphasized, is not just a physical act but a reflection of our inner state.” He urged the members of the SCBA to let the occasion serve as a reminder of the common commitment to justice, integrity, and upholding the values of our Constitution. “Let us not only clean our physical environment but also strive for a cleaner, more transparent, and accountable legal system. Together, let us continue our journey in pursuit of a just and cleaner society”, CJI added in his message.The celebrations were chaired by Justice Sanjeev Khanna. He emphasised the relevance of Gandhian philosophy and quoted Mahatma Gandhi while speaking at the occasion "Facts mean truth, and once we adhere to truth, the law comes to our aid naturally". Justice Khanna also stated that Lal Bahadur Shastri was a true Gandhian with selfless devotion for the country.It may be noted that the CJI celebrated Gandhi Jayanti at Tavistock Square in London. "Mahatma Gandhi is a name that calls for universal peace, a name that inspires hope that we shall make our world a better place to live than it was before," he said during the celebrations.

Let's Also Strive For Cleaner, Transparent, Accountable Legal System: CJI DY Chandrachud On Gandhi Jayanti

Padmakshi Sharma

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