Justice D.Y. Chandrachud Joins National Law University Delhi As Distinguished Professor

National Law University Delhi has welcomed Dr. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India, as a Distinguished Professor. This association marks a chapter in Indian Legal education, bringing one of the most progressive jurists to mentor the next generation of legal minds. 

Prof. G.S. Bajpai, Vice Chancellor, NLU Delhi, shared that this collaboration will see the establishment of a dedicated Centre for Constitutional Studies, where Justice Chandrachud will guide pioneering research. "Justice Chandrachud's legacy in constitutional morality, transformative constitutionalism, and dynamic interpretation of fundamental rights offers unparalleled empirical and doctrinal material for academic inquiry," Prof. Bajpai noted.

To further inspire students, NLU Delhi will launch the - "In the Spirit of Justice: The DYC Distinguished Lecture Series" from July 2025, creating a platform for engaging with contemporary legal challenges through Justice Chandrachud's visionary lens. From landmark judgments on privacy, LGBTQ+ rights, and gender justice to his pioneering work on digital freedoms and judicial reforms, his presence will enrich the academic ecosystem. Now, his wisdom will directly fuel NLU Delhi's mission to build a more just and equitable legal system.

This development reaffirms NLU Delhi's commitment to fostering legal scholarship that bridges theory with social transformation.