The Bar Council of India has suspended an advocate following a Supreme Court incident, where Rakesh Kishore attempted to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice BR Gavai. This dramatic episode led to immediate disciplinary action, reinforcing that courtroom decorum is non-negotiable. The advocate suspended Supreme Court case has sparked widespread condemnation across the legal community.
📜 Case Background: Advocate Suspended by BCI for Contemptuous Conduct
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Advocate Involved | Rakesh Kishore (Bar Council of Delhi) |
| Incident Date | October 6, 2025 |
| Location | Supreme Court, Courtroom No. 1 |
| Action Taken | Immediate suspension from legal practice across India |
| Legal Basis | Advocates Act, 1961 & BCI Rules on Professional Conduct and Etiquette |
| Next Steps | Show-cause notice issued; formal disciplinary proceedings to follow |
Kishore reportedly shouted, ‘Sanatan ka apmaan nahi sahega’ (‘We will not tolerate the insult of Sanatan Dharma‘), allegedly reacting to CJI Gavai’s earlier remarks during a hearing on restoring a Lord Vishnu idol in Khajuraho, before security personnel restrained him.
🧑⚖️Legal Fallout: BCI Suspension and Judicial Response
“Don’t get distracted by all this. We are not distracted. These things do not affect me.” — CJI BR Gavai
- The BCI’s interim order bars Kishore from appearing, acting, pleading, or practising before any court, tribunal, or authority in India.
- A show-cause notice has been issued, demanding an explanation within 15 days.
- The Bar Council of Delhi has been directed to update Kishore’s status and notify all judicial bodies.
- Formal proceedings under the Advocates Act are expected to follow.
🔍 Reactions from Legal Bodies
- The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) and Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) condemned the incident.
- Both bodies called it a “direct assault on the independence and dignity of the judiciary.”
- The Delhi Police questioned Kishore for several hours before releasing him
💬 Vakilify Insight
This incident underscores the importance of professional conduct and courtroom decorum, especially in the apex court. The BCI’s swift action reinforces that personal grievances cannot justify contemptuous behavior, and that the dignity of the judiciary must remain inviolable.
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