In a dramatic turn of events at the Supreme Court, suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore—who recently attempted to hurl an object at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai—has spoken out, claiming he was “hurt” but “not intoxicated” during the incident. Kishore also stated that he has “no regrets” about his actions, which have sparked widespread debate across legal and religious circles.
The incident occurred during a hearing involving a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) related to Sanatan Dharma. Kishore alleges that the CJI made a dismissive remark about the petition, reportedly telling the petitioner to “pray to the idol to restore its head.” The comment, according to Kishore, was deeply offensive and belittled the religious sentiments of millions.
मैंने जो किया है उसका मुझे कोई पछतावा नहीं है।
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मेरा एक्शन, मेरे धर्म के अपमान का रिएक्शन भर था- सुप्रीम कोर्ट वकील राकेश जी
सही ग़लत, लोकतंत्र में जनता के भाव से भी तय होता है-
और फ़िलहाल जनता CJI के हिंदू धर्म पर की गई घटिया टिप्पणी पर नाराज है। pic.twitter.com/vygiqFDNSB
“I was emotionally wounded,” Kishore said in a statement following his suspension. “I wasn’t under the influence of any substance. What I did was a reaction to the mockery of faith inside the highest temple of justice.”
The Supreme Court has not officially commented on the alleged remark, but the episode has reignited discussions about the boundaries of courtroom decorum, freedom of expression, and respect for religious beliefs. Legal experts are divided—some condemn Kishore’s actions as contempt of court, while others argue that his emotional response reflects a deeper frustration with perceived insensitivity.
As investigations continue, the legal fraternity awaits further clarification from the judiciary. Meanwhile, Kishore’s defiance and the controversy surrounding the PIL have added a new layer of complexity to the ongoing discourse on faith and justice in India.