Advocate Rakesh Kishore reported an attack at Karkardooma Court. He stated 100-150 individuals assaulted him with slippers. They cited his previous shoe-hurling incident against former CJI B R Gavai. Kishore also mentioned they accused Gavai of insulting Sanatan Dharma. A video of the incident is circulating online. Kishore’s license was suspended pending inquiry. . NEW DELHI: Suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore, who hurled a shoe at former CJI BR Gavai, said on Tuesday that he was attacked in the Karkardooma Court.Claiming that he was hit with slippers by 100-150 people, Kishore said, ” When those people were hitting me, I asked them why they were doing so. They answered that it was because of the incident with the then CJI Gavai.” “He (Gavai) had also insulted Sanatan Dharma,” Kishore said, defending his actions once again.A video of the incident is widely circulating on social media, showing Kishore asking, “Why are you hitting me?” before he chants, “Sanatan Dharma ki jai ho.”On 6 October, Kishore hurled a shoe at then chief justice of India B R Gavai during court proceedings. Speaking a day later, the 71-year-old claimed he acted under “divine direction”. “The almighty made it happen; I only did what happened. I had no role in it. I don’t do such things,” he told reporters, adding that his action carried “a hidden message”. Kishore linked the act to remarks made by the CJI during a 16 September hearing. “In that PIL hearing, CJI Gavai made fun of Sanatan Dharma by mocking the idol,” he told IANS. The Bar Council of India later suspended Kishore’s licence pending inquiry.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’China…Trump…Economy’: Kharge Hits Out At PM Modi, Amit Shah In Rajya Sabha‘BJP Insulting Gandhi, Patel, Tagore’: Kharge Slams Amit Shah Over Vande Mataram & Nehru ClaimsWhy Trump Accuses India Of Dumping Rice And What A New Tariff Shock Could Mean For Trade Relations’No Link To Bengal’: Amit Shah’s Fiery Speech on Vande Mataram, Blames Nehru, Indira of SabotageBJP’S Sanjay Jaiswal Thanks Rahul Gandhi For ‘Vote Chori’ Charge, Claims It Boosted NDA’S Bihar WinWhy India’s New Right To Disconnect Bill Could Transform Work Culture, Protect Millions From Burnout’BLOs Are Dying, Shut Down SIR’: Manish Tewari’s Charge Triggers Showdown Over Election ReformsAs IndiGo Spirals Into Crisis, PM Modi Stresses Rules Must Ease Citizens’ Lives, Not Burden Them‘Daily Struggle To Survive’: Lawyer Exposes Grim Reality For Air India Crash FamiliesPM Modi’s Wish For Khaleda Zia’s Recovery Earns BNP Praise, Marking A Rare Diplomatic Shift In Dhaka123PhotostoriesLesser-known facts about ‘Dhurandhar’ star Akshaye Khanna: the actor who almost married Karisma Kapoor and remained single at 5010 best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in India for those who want to avoid crowdsBirch by Romeo Lane torn down: Photos of Luthra brothers’ demolished Goa nightclub8 healthy desi dishes that should be part of daily winter meals5 tips that can help you poop better before going to workShe Travels: 10 wildlife safaris every woman should experience with her girl gang (India edition)From teeth to tone: What people spot about you in the first 5 secondsNutrition fact of the day: Egg yolk contains rare brain nutrients7-day high-fiber, nutrient-dense vegetarian diet plan for diabetesHigh uric acid level? 10 ways to manage it naturally without any medicine123Hot PicksCandace OwensCharlie KirkWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJalen HurtsDonald TrumpJEE Main New RecommendationsMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthAlix EarleRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCandace OwensTop US Colleges Co-OpProgramsF-1 students US
NEW DELHI: Suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore, who hurled a shoe at former CJI BR Gavai, said on Tuesday that he was attacked in the Karkardooma Court.Claiming that he was hit with slippers by 100-150 people, Kishore said, ” When those people were hitting me, I asked them why they were doing so. They answered that it was because of the incident with the then CJI Gavai.” “He (Gavai) had also insulted Sanatan Dharma,” Kishore said, defending his actions once again.A video of the incident is widely circulating on social media, showing Kishore asking, “Why are you hitting me?” before he chants, “Sanatan Dharma ki jai ho.”On 6 October, Kishore hurled a shoe at then chief justice of India B R Gavai during court proceedings. Speaking a day later, the 71-year-old claimed he acted under “divine direction”. “The almighty made it happen; I only did what happened. I had no role in it. I don’t do such things,” he told reporters, adding that his action carried “a hidden message”. Kishore linked the act to remarks made by the CJI during a 16 September hearing. “In that PIL hearing, CJI Gavai made fun of Sanatan Dharma by mocking the idol,” he told IANS. The Bar Council of India later suspended Kishore’s licence pending inquiry.
