Supreme Court Sets Sights on Safeguards After Shoe Incident

The Supreme Court is addressing protocols to prevent incidents like a shoe-hurling attempt at former CJI B R Gavai. In collaboration with the Centre and SCBA, they seek preventative measures and media reporting guidelines. A collaborative effort with the Bar Association aims to enhance courtroom security.

In response to a controversial courtroom incident, the Supreme Court has requested the Centre and the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) to propose measures ensuring similar episodes do not recur. The court envisions crafting preventive guidelines, ensuring the dignity and decorum of the judiciary are upheld.

The bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, is working with Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and SCBA President Vikas Singh. Joint proposals from these legal luminaries are expected to address preventive measures and establish protocols for the media, aiming for non-adversarial suggestions to handle such occurrences effectively.

Recent events saw lawyer Rakesh Kishore attempt to disrupt proceedings by throwing a shoe at former CJI Gavai. The incident, although unprecedented, was met with composure by Gavai who chose to dismiss the act without pursuing criminal contempt. Nevertheless, it ignited a call for better safety protocols from the Bar Council of India and national leaders.

(With inputs from agencies.)