Bengaluru, 22 Sept

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Sunday said true leaders recognise their strengths and weaknesses, and use their strengths to build others up while seeking help to cover their blind spots.

Speaking at the 32nd Annual Convocation Ceremony of National Law School of India University (NLSIU) here, he stressed on the importance of individuality and decision making with patience.

"The process of decision-making is filled with uncertainty but this is hardly anything to be afraid of because it is precisely in these moments of uncertainty that your character is forged. Whatever your path is in the coming years, your own decisions are likely to have positive consequences and I urge you to embark on this journey with patience and humility as your companions," he said.

Highlighting the virtue in being patient, Justice Chandrachud said studies have shown that we have become a generation of short-term gratification.

The CJI noted that a decision made in haste requires our attention and drains our mental health in the long run. It is also unlikely to create long-term positive changes for your goals and keeping this in mind is especially important for lawyers.

Advising the young graduates, he said to deal with the obstacles, one must build a strong support network and spend time with family and friends.

Justice Chandrachud urged the young graduates to not just be great minded but also be compassionate human beings.

Meanwhile, he laid the foundation stone for the comprehensive redevelopment and expansion of the core Academic Block to be named the JSW Academic Block at the NLSIU. -PTI