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CJI congratulates Pradeep Rai as SCBA president and outlines ties with the Bar

India's Chief Justice Surya Kant extended congratulations to Pradeep Rai on becoming SCBA president and to other elected office-bearers after Tuesday's vote, noting strong judiciary-bar coordination. Rai secured 822 votes; the results were announced late on August 18, 2026.