New Delhi: Rakesh Kishore, the 71-year-old lawyer, who attempted to hurl his shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai inside the Supreme Court on Monday, said that he had acted under "divine force" and had "no remorse" over his action, reported Hindustan Times.

While speaking to the media house, Kishore said that he is "ready to face jail". He also clarified that he has no affiliation with any political party. Kishore also stated that his family was unhappy with him.

“It would have been better if I was in jail. My family is very unhappy with what I did. They are unable to understand," he stated as quoted by the media house. Notably, Kishore reportedly attacked the CJI over his "Lord Vishnu" remarks while hearing a plea last month. Kishore stated that after CJI Gavai's remarks, he c

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