Supreme Court Urges Former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud to Vacate Government Bungalow

Background on DY Chandrachud

DY Chandrachud, who served as the 50th Chief Justice of India, holds a significant position in the judiciary. It has been nearly eight months since his retirement in November 2024, yet he has not vacated the government bungalow at Krishna Menon Marg in Delhi.

Supreme Court's Firm Stance

In response to the ongoing situation, the Supreme Court administration has adopted a strict approach, sending a letter to the central government regarding the matter.

Demand for Immediate Vacating of the Bungalow

On July 1, the Supreme Court administration formally requested the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to ensure that the bungalow is vacated without delay. The court stated, 'Please arrange for the immediate vacating of bungalow number 5, Krishna Menon Marg, from the esteemed DY Chandrachud.'

Regulations on Government Housing Post-Retirement

The Supreme Court clarified that according to government regulations, a Chief Justice is permitted to reside in government housing for only six months following retirement. Chandrachud was initially granted this period until May 10, 2025, which was later extended to May 31. This timeframe has now expired. Currently, the Chief Justice of India is Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, who assumed office on May 14, 2025.

Chandrachud's Explanation for Delay

In a recent interview, former Chief Justice Chandrachud explained his reasons for not vacating the bungalow. He mentioned that the government had allocated him a new rental home, but it had been unoccupied for a long time and was in poor condition. Maintenance and repair work is currently underway. He assured that he had informed the Supreme Court about this situation and would move to the new residence as soon as it is livable.