NEW DELHI: A lawyer allegedly attempted to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai during proceedings in the Supreme Court on Monday, according to eyewitnesses.
The incident took place while a Bench headed by the CJI was hearing the mentioning of cases. The lawyer reportedly approached the dais, removed his shoe, and tried to throw it toward the Chief Justice.
Security personnel stationed inside the courtroom acted swiftly, intervening to prevent the attack and immediately escorting the lawyer out of the premises.
As he was being taken away, the lawyer shouted, “Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge” (We will not tolerate insult of Sanatan Dharma).
Displaying composure, CJI Gavai urged lawyers to continue with the proceedings, saying, “Don’t get distracted by all this. We are not distracted. These things do not affect me.”
The Supreme Court’s security unit has launched an inquiry into the matter. Further details about the lawyer’s identity and motive are awaited.
