Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a Jan Sunwai (public meeting) at her residence in Civil Lines on Wednesday morning. As per reports, a stone was thrown at her during the weekly meeting. The Jan Sunwai was organised in open house for public grievances.
BJP alleged CM Rekha Gupta was slapped, hair pulled and dragged by a 35-year-old attacker. A heavy object, possibly a stone, was reportedly thrown, causing the CM to fall.
The accused, disguised as a complainant, has been detained by Delhi Police. CM Gupta is under medical observation in hospital; no serious injuries reported.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva strongly condemned the attack.
As per an ANI report, Delhi BJP stated that a mishap happened during Jan Sunvai at CM Residence, Civil Lines. Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva strongly condemns the attack on CM Rekha Gupta during the weekly Jan Sunvai. Police inquiry to reveal details.
Delhi Police said, “The accused is identifying himself as Rajesh Khimji and says that he belongs to Rajkot, Gujarat. It is being verified whether his name and address are accurate. His documents are being verified.”
News agency ANI has released the image of individual who allegedly attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta. Picture has been verified by official sources, it said.
(It’s a developing story, stay tuned.)
