All India Judges Association Condemns Attempt To Undermine CJI’s Dignity

The All India Judges Association (AIJA) has expressed serious concern over the recent conduct of an advocate who allegedly sought to undermine the dignity and authority of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai and companion judges of the Supreme Court.

In a resolution, the Association described the act as “unbecoming of the legal profession” and said it was in violation of the constitutional ethos of decorum, discipline, and institutional integrity.

The AIJA noted that such conduct strikes at the very core of the mutual respect that sustains the Bench-Bar relationship and constitutes a direct affront to judicial independence.

Reaffirming its solidarity with CJI BR Gavai and the entire judiciary, the Association underscored its commitment to upholding the majesty and impartiality of the Supreme Court. It urged members of the legal fraternity to adhere to professional ethics and safeguard the dignity of judicial institutions.

The resolution was signed by Ajay Nathani, President, and Devender Kumar Jangala, General Secretary of the All India Judges Association.

On Monday, a 71-year-old lawyer, Rakesh Kishore, attempted to throw a shoe at CJI Gavai during working hours in the Supreme Court. He was immediately apprehended by security personnel and escorted out. As per sources, the attacker, while being removed, said, “Sanatan ka apman nahi sahega Hindustan.”

Following the incident, the Bar Council of India (BCI) on Monday ordered the immediate suspension of Kishore’s practice after prima facie material indicated that he allegedly removed his sports shoes and attempted to hurl them towards the Chief Justice of India during proceedings in Court No. 1 of the Supreme Court at about 11:35 AM.

The interim order signed by Manan Kumar Mishra, Senior Advocate and Chairman, BCI invokes the Advocates Act, 1961 and Chapter II (Part VI) of the Bar Council of India Rules, specifically Section I, Rules 1, 2 and 3, which require advocates to maintain dignity and self-respect in court, show respect to the judiciary, and refrain from improper means that may influence proceedings.

With immediate effect, the BCI has debarred Kishore from appearing, acting, pleading or practising before any court, tribunal or authority in India. The order also declares that any identity card, proximity pass or access permission issued by any court or Bar Association shall remain inoperative during the suspension.

The BCI has directed the Bar Council of Delhi to ensure immediate compliance by updating the advocate’s status on its rolls and notifying all courts and tribunals within its jurisdiction about the suspension. (ANI)