Supreme Court advocate Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly attempted to throw a shoe at CJI Gavai, claimed, “The Almighty made it happen… I was just a witness.” He cited a remark mocking Sanatan Dharma. CJI’s mother condemned the act, urging peace. PM Modi called the CJI, saying the attack “has angered every Indian” and praised his composure.
Shoe hurled at CJI: Attacker says acted on God’s will; Gavai’s mother issues ‘anarchy’ warning