Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Friday made strong remarks during a hearing related to a lawyer’s plea seeking Senior Advocate designation, using unusually sharp language while criticising what he described as systemic misuse of professional and public platforms.The observations were made by a bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, which was hearing a petition filed by a lawyer represented by counsel Sanjay Dubey.

During the proceedings, the bench questioned the maintainability of the plea and made it clear that even if the Delhi High Court were to grant Senior Advocate designation, the Supreme Court would be inclined to overturn it.According to reports, the CJI strongly criticised certain sections of society, referring to individuals who, in his view, use social media and legal instruments such as the Right to Information (RTI) mechanism to target institutions and professionals.

He remarked that there are “parasites of society” who attack the system and questioned the intent behind aligning with such groups.In a further observation that drew attention, the Chief Justice reportedly referred to unemployed youth, stating that some young individuals, unable to find opportunities in professional fields, turn to media, social media, or activism and begin criticising institutions.

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He used strong metaphors while making these comments, which have since sparked discussion.The petitioner’s counsel subsequently apologised to the court and sought permission to withdraw the plea, which was allowed by the bench, bringing the matter to a close at that stage.Separately, the court also expressed concern over what it described as the increasing presence of individuals allegedly practising law with questionable or fake degrees.

The bench noted that this issue raises serious concerns for the integrity of the legal profession and the justice system.The remarks made during the hearing have drawn attention due to their unusually strong language, particularly the comparisons used while describing certain sections of society. However, the court proceedings ultimately concluded after the petitioner withdrew the application following the bench’s observations.

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