Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud recently addressed the issue of lawyers making politically charged statements in court, particularly concerning the collegium system of judicial appointments. Responding to advocate Mathews J. Nedumpara’s plea to abolish the collegium system, CJI Chandrachud emphasized his role as a “servant of the law and the Constitution,” stating that he must adhere to the legal framework established by the Supreme Court’s prior rulings. He acknowledged the need to constitute a bench to hear the plea but refrained from engaging in political discourse within the courtroom .​

In a separate event, CJI Chandrachud expressed concern over the trend of lawyers publicly commenting on pending cases and judgments. He urged legal professionals to prioritize their loyalty to the courts and the Constitution above personal political beliefs, highlighting the importance of maintaining the dignity and integrity of legal discourse .

These statements underscore the Chief Justice’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary, while cautioning against the politicization of legal proceedings.​

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