Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Safe After Public Attack, Political Tensions Rise

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, attacked during a public hearing, is in stable condition. BJP leader Virendraa Sachdeva described her as strong and confirmed ongoing police investigations. Ministers condemned the act, labeling it a political conspiracy against Gupta's public engagement and commitment to Delhi's development.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-08-2025 10:32 IST | Created: 20-08-2025 10:32 IST
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Safe After Public Attack, Political Tensions Rise
Delhi BJP Chief Virendraa Sachdeva (Photo: ANI) . Image Credit: ANI
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta remains stable following an attack during a public hearing, as confirmed by state BJP Chief Virendraa Sachdeva. Speaking to reporters, Sachdeva noted the CM's resilience, emphasizing that she is undeterred, continuing with her scheduled programs despite the incident.

During the Jan Sunvai, a man reportedly approached Gupta, attempted to draw her towards him, leading to minor jostling before being apprehended by police. Sachdeva dismissed rumors of a more severe altercation, underscoring the political nature of such incidents.

Ministers Manjinder Singh Sirsa and Kapil Mishra condemned the attack, attributing it to rival political factions. They described the incident as a cowardly act aimed at disrupting the government's focus on Delhi's development, asserting that such tactics won't hinder the administration's progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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