1. Current Context: A Storm in the Indian Judiciary
A major storm has recently shaken India’s judicial system when Chief Justice of India BR Gavai faced an unprecedented shoe attack inside the Supreme Court.
While addressing the matter in open court, the CJI described the incident as a “forgotten chapter.” However, his earlier remarks—asking a petitioner to “go and ask the deity itself to do something” in a case concerning a damaged Lord Vishnu idol—sparked a nationwide debate over religious sensitivity and judicial responsibility.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta condemned the act as “unpardonable” and praised the CJI’s composure, but the controversy raised deeper questions about public trust in the judiciary and the need for judicial reforms.
2. Did PM Narendra Modi Promise Judicial Reforms?
In the BJP’s 2024 Lok Sabha election manifesto (Sankalp Patra 2024), the government did not explicitly promise large-scale judicial reforms. However, it included several related commitments:
| Category | Manifesto Promises |
| Ease of Justice | Use of technology to make court processes faster and transparent. |
| Digital & e-Courts Mission | Continuation of e-Courts Project to reduce case backlog and enable virtual hearings. |
| Legal Reforms | Modernization of colonial-era laws (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act replaced by BNS, BNSS, and BSA). |
| Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) | Strengthening mediation and arbitration mechanisms. |
| Judicial Infrastructure | Improving lower and district court infrastructure. |
Notably absent: Any mention of reforms to the collegium system, judicial appointments, or creation of an All-India Judicial Service.
3. Astrological Basis: Horoscope of the Supreme Court of India
Birth Data: 28 January 1950, 9:45 AM, Delhi
Lagna: Pisces
Key Features of the Chart:
- Pisces rising with Jupiter (Lagna lord) debilitated in the 11th house with Sun (6th lord) and Venus (3rd and 8th lord, retrograde).
- Rahu–Ketu axis in the 1/7 house shows polarity between public trust and institutional authority.
- This combination indicates frequent controversies and public confrontations with the government, especially during sensitive dashas.
4. Dasha Analysis of the Supreme Court Horoscope
Mercury Mahadasha (2021–2038)
- Current: Mercury–Venus (24 March 2025 – 23 January 2028)
- Mercury (4th and 7th lord, retrograde) in the 10th house, aspected by Mars (2nd and 9th lord).
- Indicates hard decisions, public dissent, and media controversies against government actions.
- Venus (2nd & 8th lord, retrograde) conjunct Sun (6th lord) and debilitated Jupiter—shows internal disputes, ideological clashes, and issues over religious sensitivity of apex court with central govt.
- Conclusion: Judicial reforms unlikely in this period; rather, judiciary–government friction will intensify.
Sun Antardasha (23 Jan 2028 – 28 Nov 2028)
- Sun as 6th lord in the 11th house with Venus (8th lord).
- Represents structural reforms, administrative changes, and assertive government intervention in the judiciary.
- Navamsha chart shows Sun afflicted by Mars, Ketu, and retrograde Mercury–Saturn, indicating conflict before reform.
- Conclusion: Judicial reforms could begin or be proposed during this phase.
5. Transit Indicators (2025–2028)
| Planet | Transit Position & Effect |
| Saturn | Currently in Pisces (Lagna); preserves judicial status quo. When Saturn enters Aries (March 2027), it will aspect 8th house and 8th lord natal venus in 11th house, triggering forced reforms in the judicial structure. |
| Jupiter | Transiting 5th → 6th → 7th houses (Leo–Virgo); aspects natal Venus (8th lord) — supports judicial transformation. |
| Rahu–Ketu | When Rahu moves into Capricorn (25-11- 2026), it will transit over the Sun–Venus–Jupiter combination in 11th house — symbolic of reform initiation. |
6. Foundation Horoscope of India and Judicial Reform Timing
India Foundation Chart: 15 August 1947, 00:00, Delhi
Lagna: Taurus
Current Dasha Sequence:
- Mars–Mars: 4 Sep 2025 – 31 Jan 2026
- Mars–Saturn: 25 Jan 2028 – 5 Mar 2029
Interpretation
- Mars (7th & 12th lord) placed in Ardra Nakshatra of Rahu (in Lagna). Mars’ connection with Rahu indicates public outrage and political confrontation over judicial matters.
- Mars aspects 9th house (Judiciary), showing pressure for reform due to controversial verdicts.
- Saturn Antardasha (2028–2029): Saturn (9th & 10th lord) conjunct Venus, Mercury, Moon, and Sun in 3rd house — symbolizes parliamentary initiatives and executive involvement in judicial restructuring.
7. Timeline of Judicial Reform Phases
| Period | Planetary Cycle | Astrological Event | Predicted Outcome |
| 2025–2027 | Mercury–Venus[SC chart] | Judicial controversies, criticism of apex court; no reform yet. | Growing public–judiciary tension. |
| Mid–2026 onward | Rahu tranist over Sun–Venus–Jupiter (SC Chart) | Transit pressure builds for change. | Government begins planning reform. |
| 2027 | Saturn enters Aries (12th house, debilitated in foundation horoscope of india) | 9th lord in debilitation; karmic pressure for structural reform. | Foundation for judicial overhaul. |
| 2028 (Jan–Nov) | Mercury–Sun[SC chart] | 6th lord Sun activates change in legal administration. | Start of reform proposals. |
| 2028–2029 | Mars–Saturn (India Chart) | Saturn as 9th lord of judiciary joins dasha of Mars (forceful change). | Possible parliamentary action on judicial reform. |
8. Astrological Conclusion
- The period between mid-2027 and early 2029 stands out as the most potent phase for judicial reforms in India.
- Triggers:
- Saturn’s transit in Aries (March 2027).
- Rahu’s transit over Supreme Court’s Sun–Venus–Jupiter (NOV 2026 onward).
- Mercury–Sun and Mars–Saturn dasha overlap (2028–2029).
Hence, by late 2028 or early 2029, the Narendra Modi government may initiate concrete judicial reforms, possibly introducing changes to appointment procedures, court structures, or legal accountability frameworks.
Bhrigusadhu 