Bombay Bar Association

Justice D.Y. Chandrachud | The cause of justice must rank higher than individual interests

In this episode, the 50th Chief Justice of India, Justice D.Y.  Chandrachud is in conversation with Senior Advocate and former President of the Bombay Bar Association, Mr. Rafique Dada. He reflects on the defining moments of his journey, from learning his craft at the feet of legal titans to delivering judgments that have redefined fundamental rights in modern India. CREDITS: Guest: Justice D.Y.  Chandrachud Host: Mr. Rafique Dada.   Audio Podcast Narrator: Chetan Kapadia   Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat   This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Rachna Sukuru Studio: Canopy Studios

The Living History of the Bombay Bar | Avinash Rana & Janak Dwarkadas

In this special episode, we are joined by two stalwarts of the Bombay Bar, Mr. Avinash Rana and Mr. Janak Dwarkadas. Through the extraordinary recollections of Mr. Rana, we turn the pages of our nation’s political and legal history. After more than seven decades at the Bar and at the remarkable age of 98, Mr. Rana continues to come to court with undiminished vigour and conviction. Beyond the courtroom, he is celebrated for revealing the human dimension of the law: its personalities, its untold anecdotes, and the legacies that too often lie dormant in dusty archives. CREDITS: Guest: Mr. Avinash Rana Host: Mr. Janak Dwarkadas   Audio Podcast Narrator: Firoz Bharucha   Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat   This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Rachna Sukuru Studio: Island City Studios

Justice Abhay Oka: The Conscience-Keeper

Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka’s judicial journey is defined by discipline, clarity, and an unwavering commitment to constitutional values.   In this episode, speaking with our Honorary Secretary, Farhan Dubash, Justice Oka reflects on his early practice in Thane and the influences that shaped his appetite for reading and the law. He speaks about his years at the Bombay High Court, where his reputation for fairness and meticulous preparation grew, and his time as Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, navigating the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. He also shares insights from his tenure at the Supreme Court, where his judgments consistently upheld individual rights and strengthened constitutional principles. CREDITS: Guest: Justice Abhay Oka Host: Justice Farhan Dubash   Audio Podcast Narrator: Aditya Bapat   Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat   This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Studio: Island City Studios

Justice Uday Lalit - 49th Chief Justice of India | Jurist, Mentor, Reformer

Justice Uday Umesh Lalit's career embodies a rare blend of technical legal brilliance, ethical conviction, and reformist vision. Rising directly from the Bar to Supreme Court Bench a path reserved for only a select few. He brought with him the sharpness of a practicing lawyer, the discipline of courtroom advocacy, and the ability to see law not merely as text, but as a living tool of justice. In this episode, he opens up to Senior Advocate Chetan Kapadia, Justice Lalit began his career in the Bombay High Court before moving to Delhi to work under the legendary Soli Sorabjee. His courtroom advocacy, especially in criminal law, earned him a stellar reputation for precision and restraint. Appointed Senior Advocate in 2004, he would go on to represent the CBI in the high-profile 2G spectrum cases before his elevation to the bench in 2014. As a judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Lalit was known for his lucid reasoning, respect for individual rights, and balanced approach to complex legal questions. Whether it was his stance on procedural safeguards in SC/ST Act cases, nuanced views on sentencing in death penalty matters, or his role in the landmark Triple Talaq judgment, his opinions always reflected a deep commitment to justice — not just in form, but in substance.   CREDITS: Guest: Justice Uday Lalit Host: Chetan Kapadia   Audio Podcast Narrator: Firoz Bharucha   Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Farhan Dubash & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat   This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Lakshman Parsuram & Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Quoyina Ghosh Studio: Island City Studios

Activist, Legislator, Judge: Justice Ferdino Rebello speaks

In this episode Justice Rebello is in conversation with Naushad Engineer, Senior Advocate. He recounts his journey, which includes a stint as an activist, a legislator elected during the post-Emergency Janata wave in 1977, and leader of movements like the Goa fishermen’s agitation, which even led to his imprisonment! As a judge of the Bombay High Court and later Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court, Justice Rebello was known for his clarity, compassion, and fairness. His courtroom prioritised reasoned debate, and his judgments influenced key areas such as labor rights, environmental protection, and urban planning. Do subscribe to the Bombay Bar Association YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@bombaybarassociation996] so that you don't miss an episode. You can also listen to the audio podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/0btOEKNGAp9Xow6fzWPXG7?si=bbde6f48ca1b410e] that dives a bit deeper.   CREDITS: Guest: Justice Ferdino Rebello Host: Naushad Engineer   Audio Podcast Narrator: Firoz Bharucha   Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Farhan Dubash & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat   This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Lakshman Parsuram & Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Quoyina Ghosh Studio: Island City Studios