SRINAGAR: Chief Justice of India UU Lalit has recommended Justice DY Chandrachud as his successor for the top judicial post.
Chief Justice Lalit, who retires on November 8, has handed over the letter of recommendation to Justice Chandrachud.
The Law ministry had on October 9 written to the Chief Justice seeking his recommendation for the top post.
Justice Chandrachud, who is set to be the 50th Chief Justice of India, would have a tenure of two years. He is due to retire on November 10, 2024.
