Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was allegedly slapped during a Jan Sunwai event at her Civil Lines residence. Police arrested a Gujarat man identified as Rajesh Khimji. While the BJP called it an attack, the Congress hinted at a “staged” act and raised questions on Delhi’s security and women’s safety.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was “slapped” during the Jan Sunwai event at her official residence in Civil Lines on Wednesday, 20 August. Delhi Police has arrested a man in connection with the attack. The accused, who attended the programme disguised as a complainant, identified himself as Rajesh Khimji.
The Delhi Police has detained the accused behind the attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at her residence in the National Capital. BJP has condemned the attack. Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva informed that the accused was nabbed by people present at the spot, and the police have launched an inquiry for further details. He mentioned that doctors have examined her and she is currently stable.
Delhi Cabinet Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh has also condemned the attack on the Delhi Chief Minister. In a social media post, Mr Singh said that the incident is highly condemnable and a direct assault on democratic values. He added that any attempt to disrupt this democratic process cannot be tolerated under any circumstances.
AAP leader and Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, Atishi, has also condemned the attack. In a social media post, she said that in a democracy, there is a place for disagreement and protest, but there is no place for violence.
The Congress condemned the incident but also questioned Delhi’s governance, asking how ordinary citizens can feel safe if even the chief minister is not secure.