Justice Surya Kant Appointed as NALSA Executive Chairman
Justice Surya Kant, a sitting judge of the Supreme Court of India, has been appointed as the new Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) by the President of India. His appointment, effective from May 14, 2025, aligns with the tradition of nominating the second senior-most judge of the apex court to this role. Justice Kant will now spearhead the national mission to provide free legal aid and promote access to justice for the underprivileged.
Justice Surya Kant has been nominated as the Executive Chairman of NALSA, a key institution established to ensure legal services for weaker sections of society. His appointment is significant in the context of strengthening India’s legal aid framework and fulfilling the constitutional mandate under Article 39-A.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Justice Surya Kant Appointed as NALSA Executive Chairman |
| Appointed Person | Justice Surya Kant |
| Position | Executive Chairman of NALSA |
| Appointment | Effective From May 14, 2025 |
| Predecessor | Justice BR Gavai |
| Appointed By | President of India |
| Legal Basis | Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 |
| Key Objective | Key Objective |
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