Justice Surya Kant succeeds Justice B.R. Gavai, whose tenure ended on 23 November 2025 after serving six and a half months as CJI. PM Narendra Modi congratulated the newly appointed Chief Justice and extended best wishes for his tenure.

Justice Surya Kant, currently 63 years old, will serve as CJI until 9 February 2027, giving him a term of nearly one and a half years. Known for his clarity, balanced judicial approach, and significant contributions to constitutional and human rights jurisprudence, he is expected to focus on reducing case pendency, strengthening judicial transparency, and enhancing the use of technology in courts.

Legal experts believe his tenure will bring renewed emphasis on judicial reforms and improved access to justice.

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New ministers from the BJP, JD(U), LJP(RV) and allies expressed gratitude, promising to work towards a “Viksit Bihar.” Leaders including Leshi Singh, Shrawon Kumar, Ram Kripal Yadav and Nitin Nabin vowed to fulfil public commitments. Senior BJP leader Giriraj Singh made a political statement asserting that after Bihar’s victory, Bengal would be next.

Chief Ministers Pushkar Singh Dhami, Himanta Biswa Sarma and Mohan Yadav congratulated Nitish Kumar, calling the mandate a vote for development. Massive public turnout, especially of women, was highlighted by leaders as evidence of growing trust in the NDA.

A total of 25 ministers joined the new

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