At the 34th annual convocation of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), the Chief Justice delivered a keynote address focusing on the expectations placed upon new legal professionals. He explicitly stated that the "legal profession is not for the faint of heart," suggesting that the career path demands a high level of mental and emotional fortitude.

Beyond the challenges of the job, the Chief Justice outlined a broader vision for the role of lawyers in society. He argued that modern legal education must evolve to ensure students are equipped to engage with a wide array of perspectives rather than relying solely on academic or theoretical learning. By encouraging graduates to prioritize service to society, he framed the legal profession as a public duty that requires both intellectual rigor and a commitment to the broader community. The address served as both a warning about the intensity of legal practice and a call to action for students to apply their education toward meaningful social impact.