Judges Need Recreation To Cope With Stress, Says CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said on Saturday that judges require recreational activities to recharge, given their long hours and the stressful nature of their work.

Speaking to the media at the opening

ceremony of the All India Judges Badminton Championship, the CJI said judges should participate in recreational activities that suit their age.

“The working hours of judges are long and the nature of (their) work is very stressful. Sitting hours are long. All judges should participate in a recreational activity and make it a habit. Recreation is needed to recharge them.

The CJI said that the enthusiastic participation of High Court judges showed their awareness of the importance of health and well-being.

Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union minister Kiren Rijiju, and several Supreme Court judges attended the inaugural event. The two-day championship is being held at the Thyagraj Sports Complex in Delhi.

Former CJI B R Gavai along with Justice Vikram Nath will be presiding over the closing ceremony and prize distribution on Sunday. The event is being organised by former international badminton player Abantika Deka.