CJI Chandrachud Stresses Green Life, Says Climate Change Can No Longer Be Ignored

Speaking at an occassion in Delhi, CJI Chandrachud stressed over incorporating green lifestyle. CJI was speaking on foundation stone laying ceremony at Delhi’s Karkardooma, Shastri Park and Rohini, CJI Chandrachud referred to the two heatwaves followed by the recent record-breaking rain in a single day in the national capital.

He said that climate change can no longer be ignored.

CJI Chandrachud on Green life said, “This year Delhi experienced the hottest recorded weather. Our infrastructure must reflect the reality we live in – Climate change can no longer be ignored. One crucial step is to incorporate a green lifestyle into our daily lives, which includes reducing carbon emissions.”

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The Chief Justice expressed his satisfaction with the new GRIHA-rated court buildings’. The Green Rated Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) is a rating system environmental benchmarks.

This system also assists users in evaluating a building’s performance in relation to a set of nationally recognized environmental benchmarks.

He said, “Court premises like all buildings are not just made of bricks and concrete. They are made up of hope. Courts are made to realise the virtues of justice and the rule of law. Every case that is being filed before us, is with that hope for justice. When we invest in the safety, accessibility and comfort of our judges, lawyers and litigants, we build more than just an efficient system — we make a just and inclusive system.”

Adding to his statement, CJI said that the judicial system subserves no might but the Constitution.

“I am hopeful that the new additions to the courts will embrace its rich legacy and create futuristic courts to enhance efficiency and uphold justice,” he said in conclusion.