In New Delhi, Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai emphasized the principle of “Justice for All” as he inaugurated and participated in a 4-km walkathon organized by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) on Sunday. CJI Gavai stated, “All institutions of democracy – the executive, legislature, and judiciary – exist for the citizens; therefore, justice for all should be our motto,” while engaging with reporters in athletic wear, surrounded by tight security. The event included both 4 km and 8 km runs, as well as a 4 km walk, in which CJI Gavai was joined by other Supreme Court judges, such as Justices Sanjay Karol, Vikram Nath, and JK Maheshwari, along with lawyers, as reported by an SCBA representative.
Additionally, on Saturday, CJI Gavai referred to legal aid as a form of nation-building. He stated, “An act of legal aid is an act of nation building” during the National Conference on Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms. The CJI articulated that the legal aid movement aims to fulfill Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s vision of transforming lives. He mentioned, “The aim of the legal aid movement is to give voice and dignity to those unheard,” reiterating Dr. Ambedkar’s belief that the struggle is not merely for wealth or freedom, but to change lives.