In the Supreme Court on Monday, a lawyer tried to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai. According to Bar and Bench report, the security guards in the courtroom stepped in just in time to escort the attorney away.

However, 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.

The event occurred as the CJI-led bench was hearing attorneys' mentions of cases. According to reports, the lawyer, later identified as Rakesh Kishore, approached the dais and appeared to remove his shoe before attempting to hurl it at the judge. Eyewitnesses said he also seemed to throw a roll of paper.

As he was led out, Kishore was heard shouting, “Sanatan

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