Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was allegedly attacked today during a Jan Sunwai (public grievance hearing) at the city secretariat, sending shockwaves across the capital’s political landscape.
According to officials, a 41-year-old man approached the Chief Minister while seeking help for his jailed relative. In the course of the exchange, he suddenly attacked Gupta before being overpowered by security personnel and taken into custody. The Chief Minister reportedly did not suffer serious injuries and was safely escorted out of the hall.
What Happened During the Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
The incident unfolded when hundreds of citizens were gathered to present grievances directly to the Chief Minister—a flagship outreach initiative by her government. Eyewitnesses said the attacker became agitated while narrating his relative’s case. Before security could intervene, he lunged toward Gupta, sparking chaos in the room. Police have identified the accused and are currently questioning him over motives and possible background beyond personal grievance.
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Reactions Across the Political Spectrum
The shocking incident has garnered an immediate response from political leaders cutting across party lines.
- AAP leader Atishi strongly condemned the attack, saying there is “no place for violence in democracy,” and urged for patience and dialogue in addressing disputes with the government.
- Congress leaders also termed the assault “deeply unfortunate,” stressing that however serious one’s grievance may be, violence against a public representative cannot be justified.
Senior officials have confirmed that security measures for public interactions with the Chief Minister will be reviewed and likely tightened in the coming weeks.
What Next?
The Delhi Police have registered a case and are expected to present the attacker before a magistrate shortly. Investigations will look into whether the assault was a spontaneous outburst or had deeper planning involved.
Meanwhile, CM Gupta is said to be continuing with her official schedule after a brief rest. In a statement, her office maintained that she remains committed to direct engagement with citizens through Jan Sunwai programmes, but safety protocols will be strengthened to avoid a repeat of such incidents.
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