Inside Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s Chamber at the Supreme Court: A Look Inside the Watchroom

Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, strongly advocates for paperless and digital courts. NDTV’s Ashish Bhargava provides a unique glimpse into the Chief Justice’s chamber, shedding light on how he executes his desk work.

Chief Justice Chandrachud’s responsibilities extend beyond the courtroom, with administrative work often continuing into the late evening, including post-court meetings. The typical court timings from 10:30 am to 4 pm do not mark the end of the day for the Chief Justice.

He sets an example in his chamber by maintaining a paperless environment, with no piled-up files. Instead, his only file contains his daily schedule.

Supreme Court Secretary-General Atul Madhukar Kurhekar supports him in managing meetings, listing cases for the next day, and handling administrative tasks. In his digitally transformed chamber, the Chief Justice’s desktop, surrounded by various gadgets, plays a central role in processing crucial cases.

He personally responds to emails, reviews case files, and issues instructions using his laptop. Describing the shift to e-files as simple and effective, he emphasizes that his digital chamber mirrors the transformation in the courts.