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flag Chief Justice Surya Kant urged 50% female representation in legal panels, citing barriers like long hours and lack of support, and called for systemic reforms to advance gender equality in the legal profession.

flag Chief Justice Surya Kant urged at least 50% female representation in government and legal aid panels to advance gender equality in the legal profession, citing structural barriers like irregular hours, client skepticism, and lack of financial support. flag Speaking at the 1st SCBA National Conference 2026 in Bengaluru, he highlighted progress in judiciary hiring—45-50% of judicial officers are women, with some high courts exceeding 50%—and called for systemic reforms including childcare, maternity protections, and a government corpus fund. flag He emphasized the need for inclusive bar bodies and institutional support to ensure women’s sustained career growth.

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