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
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