Archive · 6 Nov 2025
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.
- When
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Where
- Goregaon (West), North Mumbai
- 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.
- 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
Sources
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CJI lays foundation stone: New HC building complex to come up at Bandra (East) with advanced courtrooms
Judges No More Feudal Lords; Should Not Indulge In Extravagance: CJI Gavai
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