Lawyer tries to hurl footwear at CJI, stopped by security personnel

NEW DELHI; A 71-year-old lawyer tried to attack Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai in the Supreme Court on Monday. The drama unfolded when the Bench led by the CJI was hearing mentioning of cases by lawyers.

According to sources, the lawyer went near the dais and attempted to remove his shoe and throw it at the judge. However, security personnel present in court intervened in the nick of time and escorted the lawyer out.

While walking out, the lawyer was heard saying, “Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge”. The CJI remained unfazed and asked the lawyers present in court to continue with their arguments. “Don’t get distracted by all this. We are not distracted. These things do not affect me,” he said.