Won't tolerate insult to Sanatana: Lawyer attempts to throw shoe at CJI

UPDATED: Oct 6, 2025 13:02 IST

The Supreme Court on Monday witnessed a dramatic scene when a lawyer attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during a hearing. While the accused was being escorted out of the courtroom, he screamed, “India will not tolerate the insult of Sanatan Dharma.”

The accused was immediately detained, while the Chief Justice remained composed and continued the proceedings without interruption.

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