**Supreme Court Urges Immediate Vacating of Justice Chandrachud’s Bungalow**
The Supreme Court administration has officially reached out to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, requesting prompt action to vacate Bungalow No. 5 on Krishna Menon Marg, which is currently occupied by former Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud. The administration asserts that Justice Chandrachud has remained in the official residence beyond the allowed timeframe.
According to the 2022 Supreme Court Judges Rules, specifically Rule 3B, a retired Chief Justice is permitted to retain official accommodation for a maximum of six months following retirement. This six-month period concluded on May 10, 2025. Furthermore, a special retention permission that had been granted also expired on May 31, 2025.
The Supreme Court administration emphasized that the bungalow is part of the official housing pool and should be returned for reallocation. In a letter addressed to the Housing Ministry, the administration requested the immediate possession of the bungalow from Justice Chandrachud, stating, “I am to request you to take the possession of Bungalow No. 5, Krishna Menon Marg, from Hon’ble Dr. Justice DY Chandrachud without any further delay as not only the permission that was granted for retention… has expired on 31st May, 2025, but also the period of six months provided in Rule 3B of the 2022 Rules has expired on 10th May, 2025.”
This formal communication highlights the need for adherence to regulations regarding official accommodations for retired judges, ensuring that such properties are available for future allocations.
**FAQ**
**Q: What is the reason for the Supreme Court’s request to vacate the bungalow?**
A: The Supreme Court has requested the vacating of the bungalow because Justice DY Chandrachud has exceeded the permitted retention period for official accommodation following his retirement.
