Explained: CJI Surya Kant’s First 100 Days and Judicial Reforms0

• Legal
• March 7, 2026

CJI Surya Kant assumed office as the 53rd Chief Justice of India at a time when the Supreme Court faced more than 92,000 pending cases. His first 100 days have focused on reducing pendency, strengthening mediation, reviving Constitution Bench hearings, and reforming court administration. This ABC Live analysis examines the early impact of these reforms and the broader implications for India’s judicial system.