India, Oct. 7 -- A failed attempt to attack Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Monday sparked massive outrage across the country. Rakesh Kishore, the accused identified as the one who tried to hurl a shoe at the CJI, expressed no remorse for his actions, saying he was "ready to go to jail".

The 72-year-old lawyer said that it would have been better if he was in jail, adding that his family was "very unhappy with what I did. They are unable to understand," he said.

The attacker stood by his actions and clarified that he was not affiliated with any political party.

During questioning by Delhi Police, Rakesh Kishore cited a recent judgment by the Supreme Court as he defended his failed attack at CJI Gavai.

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