Advocate Rakesh Kishore

The Advocate Rakesh Kishore is a 71-year-old Indian lawyer enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi (enrollment no. D/1647/2009) since 2009. Born in Koli family of Bareilly Uttar Pradesh on September 10, 1954, he resides in Mayur Vihar Phase 1, Delhi, and is described as a relatively low-profile figure in legal circles, with limited visibility in high-profile cases prior to October 2025. He identifies as a Koli (Scheduled caste in Uttar Pradesh) and a staunch Sanatani (Hindu traditionalist), often expressing strong views on religious and cultural issues, particularly those related to Sanatan Dharma.

The Supreme Court Incident (October 6, 2025)

On October 6, 2025, during routine proceedings in Court No. 1 of the Supreme Court of India, Kishore allegedly removed his sports shoes and attempted to hurl one at Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai. He was heard shouting slogans such as "Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge" (We will not tolerate the insult to Sanatan Dharma) before being detained by security personnel. The incident occurred amid a hearing related to a plea for restoring a Lord Vishnu idol at the Khajuraho Temple complex in Madhya Pradesh, where CJI Gavai had reportedly made remarks that Kishore perceived as disrespectful to Hindu traditions.

Kishore later claimed in interviews that he felt guided by a "divine force" and experienced nightly distress over what he viewed as an "insult" to Lord Vishnu, exacerbated by CJI Gavai's speech in Mauritius emphasizing India's rule of law over "bulldozer justice." He expressed "no remorse" for his actions, stating, "The almighty was asking me every night how I could rest after such an insult." The CJI remained composed, reportedly instructing officials to "just ignore" the disruption.

Professional Repercussions

  • Bar Council of India (BCI) Suspension: Within hours, the BCI issued an interim suspension order under the Advocates Act, 1961, barring Kishore from practicing in any court, tribunal, or authority across India. BCI Chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra described the act as "prima facie inconsistent with the dignity of the court" and a violation of professional ethics. All courts were notified, and Kishore's identity passes were deactivated. Disciplinary proceedings are ongoing.
  • Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) Termination: On October 9, 2025, the SCBA revoked Kishore's temporary membership, labeling the incident a "grave misconduct," "serious security breach," and "direct assault on judicial independence." The association stated that such behavior was "utterly unbecoming of an officer of the Court."
  • Police Action: Delhi Police detained and questioned Kishore for three hours but released him after the Supreme Court's Registrar General declined to press charges. No prior criminal record was found, though local residents in Mayur Vihar reported complaints against him, including an alleged assault on a senior citizen in 2021.

Public and Political Reactions

The incident sparked widespread condemnation from political figures and organizations:
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to CJI Gavai, calling the act "reprehensible" and praising the CJI's composure.
  • Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann condemned it, suggesting intolerance toward Gavai's rise from a "humble background" (Gavai is from a Scheduled Caste community).
  • The Communist Party of India (Marxist) and All India Lawyers Union (AILU) issued statements denouncing the attack as an affront to judicial dignity.
On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), reactions were polarized. Some users supported Kishore, viewing his act as a protest against perceived religious insensitivity, with posts praising him as a defender of Sanatan Dharma. Others criticized it as deranged or caste-motivated, with debates over Kishore's Dalit identity challenging narratives of upper-caste aggression. Videos of the incident circulated widely, amplifying the controversy.

Kishore has no verified X account directly linked to him, though unrelated users with similar names posted in support. As of October 11, 2025, he remains suspended, and the matter is under further disciplinary review. This event has reignited discussions on courtroom decorum, religious sentiments in judiciary, and the balance between free expression and professional conduct in India's legal system.

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