CJI Surya Kant commends Delhi High Court at 60th anniversary

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant praised the Delhi High Court during its 60th Foundation Day celebrations, highlighting the court's efficiency and its significant role in managing the workload of the Supreme Court. He noted that the Supreme Court maintains a special relationship with the Delhi High Court because it handles a disproportionate amount of the legal burden.

CJI Surya Kant specifically commended the court's initiatives in the field of Intellectual Property and the establishment of India's first court-annexed Arbitration Centre. He stated that the court's special IP Division has earned a reputation both domestically and internationally for the quality of its judgments.

During the event, Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath also spoke, reflecting on the unique character of various High Courts and noting the confidence displayed by Delhi High Court judges. The ceremony was attended by several Supreme Court and Delhi High Court judges, including the elevation of Justice D K Upadhayay, Justice Manmohan, and Justice Sandeep Sachdeva to the Supreme Court.