DY Chandrachud, the Chief Justice of India, marked the final day of his tenure with a special message from the ceremonial bench. He not only sought forgiveness for his actions in the court but also paid tribute to past judges as he welcomed the tenure of Justice Sanjiv Khanna.

Two judges are up on stage. One of them is retiring as Chief Justice of India. The other will step in his shoes. A picture of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud hugging his successor Justice Sanjiv Khanna thrilled the photographers and those around them.

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud concluded his two-year tenure, delivering a landmark judgment on his final working day.

The role of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) is central to upholding justice and safeguarding the Constitution.