Sanjiv Khanna, born on May 14, 1960 (age 64), in Delhi, is the 51st Chief Justice of India, starting from November 2023 and serving until May 2024. He leads the Supreme Court and is responsible for ensuring justice in the country’s highest court.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is appointed by the President of India, based on seniority within the Supreme Court, following advice from the Union Council of Ministers.