Need to tackle backlog, make litigation affordable: CJI Khanna

Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as India’s 51st Chief Justice by President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Justice U.U. Lalit. During his brief tenure, Justice Khanna aims to address court backlogs, improve litigation affordability, and streamline legal processes. He highlighted his commitment to reforming criminal case management, aiming to expedite trials and make the justice system more accessible to citizens.