Justice Surya Kant Appointed Chairman of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee
(Judicial Quest News Network)
In a significant development, the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has announced the appointment of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, as the new Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC). This nomination, effective immediately, was made by Hon’ble the Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, and was formally published in the Official Gazette on November 12, 2024.
Justice Surya Kant takes over the position from Hon’ble Justice B.R. Gavai, who has recently been nominated as the Executive Chairman of NALSA. The SCLSC plays a crucial role in ensuring access to justice for all, with a particular focus on aiding marginalized and underprivileged communities who may face financial or social barriers in seeking justice from the Supreme Court.
Justice Kant’s leadership is expected to further strengthen the committee’s mission of promoting equal access to justice, in line with the vision of the judiciary to make the legal system more inclusive and accessible for all sections of society.
