Lawyer, Who Attempted To Throw Shoe At Ex-CJI, Attacked With Slippers In Delhi Court

Last Updated:December 09, 2025, 17:50 IST

Kishore had come under national spotlight on October 6 after he tried to hurl a shoe towards then CJI Gavai during proceedings in Court No. 1 of the Supreme Court.

Advocate Rakesh Kishor attacked with slippers | Image: X

A lawyer who made headlines for attempting to throw a shoe at former Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai last month was assaulted on Tuesday inside Delhi’s Karkardooma Court complex.

Advocate Rakesh Kishore was targeted by unidentified individuals who tried to hit him with slippers, according to a video circulating widely on social media.

The footage shows a small group approaching Kishore and swinging slippers at him before others step in to stop the scuffle. The faces of the attackers are not clearly visible, and their identities remain unknown.

The incident unfolded inside one of the capital’s busiest court complexes, which sees heavy footfall from lawyers, litigants, clerks and staff.

It is not yet clear how the attackers gained access to him, or whether security personnel were present at the time. Authorities have not issued any official statement, and no group or individual has claimed responsibility for the assault.

Kishore had come under national spotlight on October 6 after he tried to hurl a shoe towards then CJI Gavai during proceedings in Court No. 1 of the Supreme Court.

Security officers immediately restrained him and escorted him out. During that outburst, Kishore shouted slogans linked to the protection of Sanatan Dharma, reportedly triggered by remarks made by Justice Gavai in a case concerning the restoration of a beheaded Vishnu idol in Khajuraho.

Kishore had also publicly criticised the former CJI’s comments on bulldozer demolitions during a visit to Mauritius, which, according to sources, further fuelled his protest.

The Bar Council of India suspended Kishore’s licence shortly after the courtroom incident, while the Supreme Court Bar Association revoked his membership.

The Attorney General later permitted the initiation of criminal contempt proceedings against him. However, a Supreme Court Bench subsequently indicated it was disinclined to pursue a contempt action, though it stressed the need for stronger safeguards to prevent such disruptions in courtrooms.

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