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CJI Gavai Lauds Maharashtra's Judicial Infrastructure at National Law University Launch
The top judge of India, Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, visited Mumbai to celebrate the start of a new law university.
He said it's a very important moment for Maharashtra and that the state is doing a great job supporting legal studies.
He mentioned that the places where judges work in Maharashtra are some of the best in the country.
The Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, added that this new university will be a world-class center for learning law, not just for India but for the whole world.
He also stated that Maharashtra is unique in having three such national law universities.
Both leaders emphasized that studying law is more than just a job; it's a way to help society and make things fairer for everyone.
The Deputy Chief Minister also promised that the government will fully support the growth of the justice system.
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai lauded Maharashtra's judicial infrastructure as among the nation's best.
The launch of the Maharashtra National Law University project in North Mumbai was described as a 'historic milestone'.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated Maharashtra will become an international hub for legal education with its third National Law University.
CJI Gavai emphasized that legal education serves as a tool for social transformation, with lawyers acting as social engineers.
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde affirmed the state government's commitment to strengthening the judicial system with ample resources.
- Who
- Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Chandrashekhar
- What
- Attended the launch of the Maharashtra National Law University project and praised the state's judicial infrastructure and commitment to legal education.
- Where
- Goregaon (West), North Mumbai
- When
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Why
- To inaugurate the Maharashtra National Law University project and emphasize its importance for legal education and social transformation.
Focus on Judicial Infrastructure
Emphasis on Legal Education and Development
Infrastructure and Education
Focus on Judicial Infrastructure
CJI Gavai praised the quality of judicial infrastructure in Maharashtra, noting it is among the best in the country and highlighting the government's commitment through valuable land provision for the university.
Emphasis on Legal Education and Development
The Chief Minister and Deputy CM emphasized the importance of legal education for social transformation, social and economic justice, and creating world-class human resources. They stressed that expansion of the judiciary is a top priority with no resource shortages.
Key facts
- Event
- Launch of Maharashtra National Law University project
- Location
- Goregaon (West), North Mumbai
- Date
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Chief Justice of India
- B.R. Gavai
- Chief Minister of Maharashtra
- Devendra Fadnavis
- Key Message from CJI
- Legal education is a tool for social transformation; lawyers are social engineers.
- Maharashtra's Law Universities
- Three National Law Universities
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Quotes
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai
Chief Justice of India
“Legal education is not just a profession but a tool for social transformation. Lawyers are social engineers who bring about social and economic justice.”
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“The quality of judicial infrastructure in Maharashtra is one of the best in the country.”
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Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis
Chief Minister of Maharashtra
“Maharashtra is the only state in the country to have three National Law Universities. All the permissions for the construction of the state-of-the-art project of Mumbai University have been completed. This project will become a centre of legal education not only for Maharashtra but also at an international level. The world's top universities will come to the 'Edu-City ' being built in Navi Mumbai.”
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“In today's times, all sectors of industry, business, social life and politics are closely linked to the education sector. Today, human capital is the most valuable asset. Earlier, human resources used to go to the capital; now the capital comes to human resources. Therefore, efforts are being made to create the best human resources in Maharashtra.”
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Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra
“Expansion of the judiciary is the top priority of the state government. There will be no shortage of resources required for the judiciary.”
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Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Chandrashekhar
Chief Justice of Bombay High Court
“A law university is not just a centre for imparting education, but a place for shaping good citizens. The purpose of education is not just to acquire knowledge but to achieve excellence in life and the development of human values. A good student, teacher or citizen can only be first a good human being.”
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Sources
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