How Important Is Reading for Young Lawyers? | Pradeep Rai (Sr. Adv.)

The Times Now Navbharat Podcast with Dr. Rama Solanki, dated 3 October 2026, features Mr. Pradeep Rai (Sr. Adv.), President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), in an insightful conversation on reading habits, professional growth, life experiences and lessons for young lawyers. During the conversation, Pradeep Rai emphasises the importance of developing a regular reading habit, particularly among young people and aspiring lawyers. He encourages young people to read for at least two to three hours every day, regardless of the subject, explaining that reading builds knowledge and makes it easier to study when professional responsibilities demand it. According to him, the most important thing is to develop the habit of reading rather than restricting oneself to law books or newspapers. He also shares how his own professional journey evolved through different experiences, from aspiring to become an IAS officer to entering journalism and eventually becoming a lawyer. He reflects on the experiences and people who influenced his career choices and shaped his understanding of the legal profession. The conversation further explores his approach to professional relationships, mentoring young lawyers, keeping commitments, accepting mistakes and apologising when necessary. He explains why listening to others, resolving differences through communication, treating people with respect and maintaining trust are essential in both professional and personal life. Pradeep Rai also shares his thoughts on leadership, responsibility and the importance of fulfilling promises made to people. Drawing from his experiences in the legal profession and the Bar, he highlights the value of integrity, humility, meaningful relationships and continuous learning. This conversation offers valuable insights for law students, aspiring lawyers, young professionals and anyone interested in personal development, leadership and the importance of reading. Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only. #PradeepRai #SupremeCourtBarAssociation #SCBA #TimesNowNavbharat #DrRamaSolanki #ReadingHabits #ImportanceOfReading #YoungLawyers #LawStudents #LegalProfession #LegalEducation #LegalJourney #ProfessionalGrowth #Leadership #Mentorship #LifeLessons #KnowledgeIsPower #ContinuousLearning #LawAndJustice #LegalPodcast #IndianJudiciary #SupremeCourtOfIndia #Advocates #CareerGuidance #PersonalGrowth#pradeeprai #scba #SCBApresidentpradeeprai #senioradvocate #supremecourtofindia #supremecourtjudges #mediation #ADR #Supremecourt2026 #courtproceedings Mr. Pradeep Rai is the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), Vice President of ISIL, Chairman of the Public International Law Committee, and Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India. Mr. Rai has over 28 years of standing at the Bar in the Supreme Court of India, various High Courts, Commissions, Regulatory Bodies and Tribunals. He has an experience in litigation across a wide spectrum of civil, criminal, revenue and constitutional issues. Mr. Rai is the founder of various sub-committees of the Supreme Court Bar Association that includes Grievance Committee, E-Committee, Health Committee, Bar Coordination Committee, Culture Committee and State Sub-Committee. Contact Office of Pradeep Rai 011-23389505 pradeep@pradeeprai.com Connect Digitally   / senioradvocate_pradeeprai     / senioradvocatepradeeprai     / pradeepraiindia