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New Delhi, May 17, 2025: Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has stressed the urgent need for greater cooperation between the judiciary and the executive to fill vacant judicial positions across the country. In a recent public address, CJI Gavai pointed out that a significant portion of India’s massive case backlog is due to unfilled judges’ posts. He urged both branches to collaborate meaningfully to ensure swift and transparent appointments.Acknowledging the persistent challenge of judicial vacancies, he reiterated the Collegium’s ongoing efforts to accelerate the appointment process. However, he stated that these efforts require active participation from the executive…