New Delhi: A senior advocate on Monday, October 6, tried to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice Of India (CJI) BR Gavai in the Supreme Court. The lawyer was overpowered and taken away by security personnel present inside the court. Fortunately, the shoe fell short of the CJI. The accused lawyer has been identified as Rakesh Kishore.
The incident took place inside Court no. 1. Unfazed by the incident, the CJI continued the processing. "These things do not affect me," the CJI said after the incident. When the lawyer was being taken away, she started shouting, "Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge (will not tolerate insult to Sanatan)."
Who is Rakesh Kishore?
Kishore is a 71-year-old lawyer of the Supreme Court, reported The Indian Express. He is a resident of a resident of Mayur Vihar area of the national capital. The accused reportedly had a proximity card, which is provided to lawyers and clerks in the apex court.
Why Kishore Hurled A Shoe At The CJI?
The exact reason for Kirshore hurling the show at the CJI is not known. However, reports claimed that the lawyer was upset over the CJI's go and pray to Lord Vishnu" remark during the hearing of a case on September 16.
The petitioner had claimed that the idol was mutilated during Mughal invasions and also demanded that it should be restored by the authorities.
"This is purely publicity interest litigation.... Go and ask the deity himself to do something. If you are saying that you are a strong devotee of Lord Vishnu, then you pray and do some meditation," the CJI had stated while dismissing the petition. His comments sparked outrage. Later, the CJI clarified that he respected all the religions.
