BR Gavai enrolled as an advocate on 16 March 1985. Gavai later began his practice under the mentorship of Barrister Raja S. Bhonsale, who had served as both Advocate General and a Judge of the High Court, and continued till 1987. Justice BR Gavai took oath as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on May 14, 2025. Learn about his historic appointment, powers of the CJI, and the constitutional process involved. Justice Gavai sworn in as 52nd Chief Justice of India, first Buddhist CJI, known for bold decisions and commitment to Constitution. Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was on Wednesday sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI) today, becoming the first Buddhist and only the second judge from the Scheduled Castes to ascend to the nation's highest judicial office.
