A lawyer allegedly attempted to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during proceedings in the Supreme Court on Monday, according to reports from lawyers present.
The incident took place while a Bench led by the CJI was hearing the mentioning of cases by lawyers. The lawyer approached the dais, removed his shoe, and tried to throw it towards the judge. Alert security personnel inside the courtroom immediately intervened and prevented the attack.
The lawyer was swiftly escorted out of the court premises. As he was being taken away, he was heard shouting, “Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge” (We will not tolerate insult of Sanatan Dharma).
Despite the disruption, the Chief Justice remained composed and urged the lawyers present to continue with their arguments. “Don’t get distracted by all this. We are not distracted. These things do not affect me,” the CJI remarked.
The apex court’s security unit has initiated an inquiry into the incident. Further details about the lawyer and the possible motives behind the act are awaited.
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