Leh, March 27, 2026: The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India (CJI), Justice Surya Kant, arrived in Leh today on an official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Upon his arrival, the CJI was accorded a warm welcome and reception by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, the Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Mr. Justice Arun Palli and other Hon’ble Judges of the High Court.
The Hon’ble CJI was presented with a ceremonial Guard of Honour, followed by a traditional welcome showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ladakh. Thereafter, he interacted with the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Hon’ble Judges, and senior district officials of Leh.
During the visit, the CJI is scheduled to inaugurate the newly constructed District Court Complexes at Leh and Kargil, along with the office of the Ladakh Legal Services Authority, which will ensure enhanced access to justice with state-of-the-art facilities.
A mega Legal Services Camp and Awareness Programme is also being organised as part of the visit, aimed at enhancing legal awareness and outreach among the local population.
The visit marks a significant step towards strengthening judicial infrastructure and promoting access to justice in the remote and challenging terrains of Ladakh. It underscores the continued commitment of the judiciary to ensure inclusive and effective justice delivery across all regions.
The reception was also attended by senior dignitaries, including the Chief Secretary of Ladakh, the Director General of Police, Ladakh, General Officer Commanding 14 Corps, Registrar General, and senior officers from the civil administration, judiciary, Army, and police.
