CJI Appoints Justice JK Maheshwari as Chairperson of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee

The Chief Justice of India appointed Justice J.K. Maheshwari as Chairperson of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee under Section 3A of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.

The appointment took effect from November 24, 2025. The Committee is responsible for providing free legal services and ensuring access to justice for eligible litigants in matters before the Supreme Court. Justice Maheshwari has served as a Judge of the Supreme Court since August 31, 2021.

His nomination reinforces the Court’s mandate to strengthen legal aid delivery and streamline case assistance mechanisms at the apex level.