During the farewell function organized by the Supreme Court Bar Association to honor retiring judges Justice K M Joseph, Justice Ajay Rastogi, and Justice V Ramasubramanian, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud highlighted the polycentric nature of the Supreme Court as one of its greatest strengths. He emphasized that the diversity among the judges was a sign of strength, as it reflected their varied experiences, learnings, and spirituality.

In a lighthearted remark, CJI Chandrachud mentioned that during the lockdown when the court issued the order of exclusion of limitation, they inadvertently forgot to exclude time in the tenure of their colleagues in the Supreme Court, jokingly referring to the need to use their Article 142 power.

The Chief Justice fondly spoke about his friendship with Justice KM Joseph, which spanned over 51 years, recalling how they were friends who used to knock on each other's doors to play football. He described Justice Joseph as an eloquent and persuasive lawyer, as well as an erudite judge. CJI Chandrachud praised Justice Joseph's humility, despite his extensive familiarity with the law, noting that he takes his work seriously but not himself, which he considered the hallmark of a great judge.

CJI Chandrachud shared his experience of virtually sharing the bench with Justice Joseph during the COVID-19 pandemic. He mentioned that they rarely needed to call each other, as they already knew each other's views on the subject matter. This resulted in reduced telephone bills and served as a testament to their enduring friendship.

Justice Rastogi was lauded by the Chief Justice for his career in public service and his commitment to the pursuit of justice. CJI Chandrachud emphasized that Justice Rastogi understood the real impact of labor and service matters on people's lives and livelihoods. He cited several judgments by Justice Rastogi that touched the lives of common citizens, highlighting the reminder that the lives of Supreme Court judges are interconnected with the lives of citizens.

Regarding Justice Ramasubramanian, CJI Chandrachud acknowledged his career as both a judge and an author. He praised Justice Ramasubramanian's prolific writing skills, noting that it was surprising to learn that he was exposed to English literature only in his late teens. The Chief Justice emphasized that Justice Ramasubramanian's journey exemplified the pursuit of dreams regardless of one's background.

CJI Chandrachud also commended Justice Ramasubramanian for making young lawyers feel comfortable in his court, describing him as famous for his wit and wordplay. The Chief Justice mentioned that Justice Ramasubramanian used his sense of humor to motivate young lawyers and create a relaxed atmosphere in the courtroom.