New Dehli: The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) is pleased to announce the nomination of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Judge, Supreme Court of India, as the Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC) with immediate effect. The nomination has been made by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, Hon’ble the Chief Justice of India. A notification to this effect was published by NALSA in the Official Gazette on 12th November, 2024.
The post was earlier held by Hon’ble Mr. Justice B.R. Gavai, who has recently been nominated as the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority.
The Supreme Court Legal Services Committee plays a vital role in ensuring access to justice for all, particularly for marginalized and underprivileged sections of society who may face financial or social barriers in accessing the Highest Court of the Country.
