Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi lambasted a lawyer who had been “pursuing” a senior advocate designation, warning that the status is conferred, not chased. In a sharply worded exchange, the bench compared some unemployed youngsters to “cockroaches” who later become media, social media and RTI activists, alleging they then “attack the system.” The court also flagged doubts about degree genuineness, with a possible CBI check. The lawyer apologized and withdrew.
In a tense Supreme Court hearing, CJI Surya Kant sharply reprimanded advocate Sanjay Dubey while he sought contempt action over alleged delay by the Delhi High Court in granting him senior advocate designation. The Bench questioned Dubey’s pursuit of status and his social media conduct. Kant went further, comparing some unemployed youth and related activist or media voices to “cockroaches” and accusing them of attacking institutions. He also raised doubts about fake law degrees and hinted at possible CBI action. The plea was withdrawn after an apology.
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