
Justice Sanjiv Khanna,
Chief Justice of India
(DoB.) : 14-05-1960
Term of Office : (DoA) 18-01-2019 to (DoR) 13-05-2025
Justice Sanjiv Khanna is a prominent figure in the Indian judiciary, currently serving as the 51st Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India. His appointment to the Supreme Court took place on January 18, 2019, marking a significant milestone in his distinguished legal career.
In addition to his role as Chief Justice, Justice Khanna holds several important positions that reflect his commitment to enhancing the legal framework and access to justice in India. He serves as the Patron-in-Chief of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), an organization dedicated to providing free legal services to those in need and ensuring that justice is accessible to all citizens, particularly the marginalized and underprivileged sections of society.