Supreme Court of India Restores Old Logo, Removes Glass Partitions in Return
Kiran Raj
In a significant step toward restoring tradition, the Supreme Court of India, under Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, has brought back its old logo and announced the removal of glass partitions from its corridors. These decisions reverse changes introduced during the tenure of former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud.
In September 2024, the Supreme Court introduced a new flag and insignia to mark its 75th anniversary. The design included the Ashoka Chakra, the Supreme Court building, and the Constitution of India. It also featured the Sanskrit phrase “Yato Dharmastato Jayah” (“Where there is Dharma, there is victory”), representing justice and democracy. The decision by CJI Gavai to restore the old logo marks a return to the court’s earlier identity. However, specific details of the old logo have not been mentioned in the available reports.
CJI Gavai also announced that the glass partitions installed in the court’s corridors during CJI Chandrachud’s time will be removed. These were added to modernize the building and allow air conditioning. The decision follows requests from lawyers’ associations, who said that the original open corridors reflected the court’s legacy and encouraged greater accessibility. The corridors will now return to their earlier design, without air conditioning, in line with the court’s traditional appearance.
The new logo and the glass partitions were part of former CJI Chandrachud’s efforts to modernize the Supreme Court’s look and facilities. The current leadership’s decision to cancel these changes shows a different approach, with more focus on tradition and the original design of the building.
Many members of the legal community who value the court’s heritage and openness have supported these steps. The changes show a clear shift in how the Supreme Court presents itself and manages its internal spaces.
