Shoe Attack on CJI Sparks Debate on Judicial Safety and Rising Hate
Congress leader Manickam Tagore condemned the shoe attack on India's Chief Justice, linking it to societal hate normalization. Tagore criticized the government's silence, urging stronger judicial protection amidst rising threats. The incident underscores deep-seated tensions over violence glorification in India.
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In a strong condemnation, Congress leader Manickam Tagore labeled the recent shoe attack on Chief Justice of India BR Gavai as a 'security lapse' and indicative of growing societal hate.
Drawn parallels were made with Mahatma Gandhi's assassination, as Tagore criticized the government's inaction and emphasized the need for judicial protection.
The incident involving 71-year-old lawyer Rakesh Kishore in the Supreme Court has sparked widespread debate on the safety of India's judiciary and the threats posed by glorified violence.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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