Bengaluru, 14 May 

The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) lauded outgoing Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna’s decision to decline any position or appointment post retirement from the Supreme Court. 

“This selfless choice underscores your unwavering commitment to upholding the integrity, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary, setting a remarkable precedent for future generations of judges,” In a letter to the CJI, Chairman of the KPCC Media Department Ramesh Babu wrote. “By choosing not to accept any post-retirement positions, you have demonstrated a resolute dedication to the principles of justice, fairness, and equality.” 

 On 13 May, the CJI met journalists in the apex court premises and said, “I will not accept any post-retirement post ... perhaps will do something with law.”

Many former apex court judges begin their innings in arbitration post judgeship.

“I will have a third innings and will do something related to law,” the CJI had said.