Leh, Mar 27: Chief Justice of India (CJI), Justice Surya Kant arrived in Leh on Friday on an official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Upon his arrival, the CJI was accorded a warm reception by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, and Chief Justice of High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, along with other judges of the High Court.
The reception was also attended by senior dignitaries, including the Chief Secretary of Ladakh, the Director General of Police, Ladakh, General Officer Commanding 14 Corps, Registrar General, and senior officers from the civil administration, judiciary, Army, and police.
The CJI, as reported by the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), was presented with a ceremonial Guard of Honour, followed by a traditional welcome showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ladakh. Thereafter, he interacted with the LG, judges, and senior district officials of Leh.
During the visit, the Chief Justice of India is scheduled to inaugurate the newly constructed District Court Complexes at Leh and Kargil, along with the office of the Ladakh Legal Services Authority, which will ensure enhanced access to justice with state-of-the-art facilities.
A mega legal services camp and awareness programme is being organised as part of the visit, aimed at enhancing legal awareness and outreach among the local population.
This visit is also a sequel to the North Zone conference held in July 2025 at SKICC, Srinagar, on the theme “Reaffirming the Constitutional Vision of Justice for Defence Personnel & Tribals: Bridging the Gaps”. In this regard, Justice Surya Kant shall be interacting with Army personnel to further strengthen institutional engagement and address their legal concerns.
The visit marks a significant step towards strengthening judicial infrastructure and promoting access to justice in the remote and challenging terrains of Ladakh. (KNO)
