Judiciary is not a mere pillar of State; it protects the spirit of the Constitution, says L-G

The Hindu

27-04-2025

Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan on Sunday said that judiciary was not merely one among the three pillars of the State, but also protects the spirit of our Constitution.
Speaking at the ceremony for the judicial ascension of the Pondicherry Law College's legal stalwarts to the Bench of the Madras High Court, he pointed out that the role of a judge demanded not only intellectual proficiency but also immense responsibility.
The journey of the alumni of Puducherry Government Law College to the esteemed chambers of the Madras High Court is an inspiring narrative of dedication, determination, and a continuous quest for excellence. The judges carry with them the legacy of the college – commitment to social justice, and a deep-rooted belief in the rule of law, he said.
'Judges are the interpreters of the law, architects of our democracy, and the protectors of the Constitution. Their decisions have a deep impact on the lives of individuals and the fabric of society. Every judgment you write, every order you pass, every word you speak from the Bench contributes to the living edifice of justice in India,' he said.
Mr. Kailashnathan said the issues being taken to courts were becoming increasingly complex — ranging from cyber crimes to climate justice and Artificial Intelligence ethics.
'As judges in this new era, your wisdom must be matched by openness to change, willingness to adapt and a strong sense of relevance,' he said, adding: 'But no matter how much the law evolves, the core values of the judiciary – integrity, independence and a deep commitment to justice — must remain constant.'
'As an administrator and having put more than 40 years of service in All India Civil Services, I have seen how deeply judicial pronouncements impact public policy and governance. And as a citizen, I share the common man's hope that the Bench will always remain unshaken in its resolve to uphold truth and fairness,' the Lt. Governor said.
The success of these stalwarts was a testament to the dedication and hard work of the faculty/teachers of the Government Law College, who have tirelessly nurtured and mentored countless students, he added.
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy in his address said that land had been identified for the establishment of a National Law School in Puducherry. The government had requested funds from the Centre in this regard, he said.
Justice R. Subramanian, Judge, Madras High Court, said land had been identified on the Swadeshi Mill premises in Puducherry for the establishment of a new court. He hoped that the Puducherry government would expedite the work for setting up the facility.
Mr. Subramanian added that out of 15 persons who were recently recruited as Civil Judges, nine belonged to Puducherry.
Justices G.R. Swaminathan, T.V. Thamilselvi, D. Bharatha Chakravarthy, R. Kalaimathi, K. Govindarajan Thilakavathi; judges of the Madras High Court; Ministers A. Namassivayam and K. Lakshminarayanan; and D.V. Aanand, Chief Judge, Puducherry spoke.