Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh,November 14-
With the approval of Supreme court of India the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has announced two significant appointments in its commitment to advancing accessible and free legal aid across India.
Divulging in this regard The spokesperson of PSLSA stated that Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai brings valuable experience to his role, having previously served as Chairman of the SCLSC. Under his leadership, NALSA aims to reinforce its mission to ensure that justice reaches the marginalized and economically weaker sections of society throughout India, honoring the constitutional mandate of Article 39-A.
Justice Surya Kant, Judge, Supreme Court of India, was nominated as the new Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC) by Hon'ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
A notification regarding this nomination was issued in the Official Gazette on 12th November 2024. Justice Surya Kant succeeds Justice Gavai in this role, with a focus on enhancing access to justice for those who face financial or social barriers in approaching the Supreme Court.