New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- A dramatic incident unfolded in the Supreme Court of India on Monday when a lawyer allegedly attempted to attack Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai during court proceedings.

According to Bar and Bench, the episode occurred while a Bench led by CJI Gavai was hearing the mentioning of cases. The lawyer reportedly approached the dais and attempted to remove his shoe with the apparent intent to throw it at the Chief Justice.

Security personnel acted swiftly, restraining the lawyer before he could carry out the act and escorting him out of the courtroom. As he was being removed, the lawyer shouted, "Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge" (We will not tolerate the insult of Sanatan).

Despite the commotion, CJI Gavai remained ...