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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta vows to continue public hearings and fight for Delhiites after being attacked during Jan Sunwai at her Civil Lines residence.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. (X)
Following an attack during a public grievance hearing at her residence, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday vowed to continue to fight for the interests of the people of the national capital.
In a post on X, CM Gupta, who was allegedly assaulted during her weekly ‘Jan Sunwai’ at her residence in Civil Lines on Wednesday morning, asserted that every moment of her life is dedicated to Delhi, and despite all the unexpected blows, she would never abandon the city.
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Gupta also shared an anecdote of her college life and the lesson her father gave her.
“When I was in college, Papa gave me a car to drive. One day, a big accident happened. I got scared and became afraid to even touch the car again. Then Papa said that accidents happen in life, but you can’t stop out of fear. You can’t stop walking on the path,” she said in a post on X.
मैं जब कॉलेज में थी, तब पापा ने मुझे कार चलाने के लिए दी। एक दिन बड़ा एक्सीडेंट हो गया। मैं डर गई और मुझे दुबारा कार को हाथ लगाने से डर लगने लगा। तब पापा ने कहा कि जीवन में दुर्घटनाएँ होती रहती हैं, डरकर रुकना नहीं है। आप रास्ते पर चलना नहीं छोड़ सकती।आज उनकी वही सीख फिर याद आ… pic.twitter.com/gAPDhirjK8
— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) August 21, 2025
CM Gupta said that the incident has reminded her of her father’s teaching that one cannot stop progressing due to obstacles and fear.
“Today, his same lesson comes to mind again. Yesterday, another accident happened, but I can never stop fighting for the interests of Delhiites. Every moment of my life and every particle of my body is dedicated to Delhi. Despite all these unexpected blows, I will never abandon Delhi. Anyway, women have double the strength to fight through difficulties. They have to pass countless tests to prove themselves. I am ready too!” she added.
The Chief Minister further announced that the public hearings would now be held in every assembly of Delhi.
“Now, public hearings will not only be held at my home but in every assembly of Delhi. Your Chief Minister, at your doorstep,” she added.
What Happened With Rekha Gupta?
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public grievance hearing on Wednesday morning at her residence in Civil Lines in the national capital. The incident occurred during CM Gupta’s weekly ‘Jan Sunwai’ at her residence, where citizens come to present grievances.
Sakriya was standing in a queue to meet the Chief Minister and had nearly five people before him. He suddenly breached the queue and approached Gupta with the documents he was carrying. He then shouted, slapped her, pulled her hair, and abused her.
The accused grabbed the Chief Minister by her hair and did not let go for quite some time. He was quickly overpowered by the security team and arrested.
The police also registered an attempt to murder case against the accused for attacking the Delhi Chief Minister.
Meanwhile, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has taken over Gupta’s security, with Z-category security now in place.
About the Author
Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More
Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More
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