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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during the weekly ‘Jan Sunwai’ held at her official residence in Civil Lines on Wednesday. The incident sparked widespread outrage. Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva condemned the “attack” on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta. The administration has launched an investigation and is considering enhanced security measures for future Jan Samvaad programmes.
Delhi LoP and AAP leader Atishi wrote on her X handle that, “The attack on Delhi’s Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is highly condemnable. In a democracy, there is a place for disagreement and protest, but there is no place for violence. Hoping that the Delhi Police will take the strictest action against the culprits. It is hoped that the Chief Minister is completely safe.”
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav also condemned the alleged attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, terming the incident “unfortunate”.
According to Delhi BJP, “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 CM Rekha Gupta Attacked:
#watch | Delhi: On the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, BJP MLA Shikha Rai says, "She is hurt, which is why she is taking a rest... She maintains a democratic process by engaging with the public, and thousands of people get their grievances addressed through her. This seems like… pic.twitter.com/bEBKZbn3nr
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
तुम एक हमले करो या हज़ार जन हित का काम जारी रहेगा #rekhagupta pic.twitter.com/iY7lQyhuyL
— Rekha Gupta Insight (@RekhaGuptaDelhi) August 20, 2025
आज सुबह जनसुनवाई के दौरान मेरे ऊपर हुआ हमला केवल मेरे ऊपर नहीं, बल्कि दिल्ली की सेवा और जनता की भलाई के हमारे संकल्प पर किया गया एक कायराना प्रयास है।स्वाभाविक है कि इस हमले के बाद मैं सदमे में थी, परन्तु अब बेहतर महसूस कर रही हूँ। मैं अपने सभी शुभचिंतकों से निवेदन करती हूँ कि…— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) August 20, 2025
"The cowardly attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is part of a well-planned conspiracy. The CCTV footage obtained from the Chief Minister's residence in Shalimar Bagh has made it clear that the attacker had started preparing for this attack at least 24 hours in advance," CMO said.The attacker did the recce of the CM's residence and attempted the attack in a planned manner. The video has been handed over to the police, and an investigation is underway into the matter.
In the matter of the attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday, a case has been registered u/s 109(1) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) (Attempt to murder, Imprisonment for 10 years and fine) at Civil Lines police station. The accused has been taken into police custody.
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the Special Cell team are interrogating the accused, who has been identified as Rajesh. According to the Delhi police, Rajesh came to Delhi for the first time from Rajkot by train yesterday morning, and he stayed at Gujarati Bhavan in Civil Lines.
The Delhi police claim that Rajesh was talking to his friend in Gujarat on the phone, informing him that he had reached CM House in Shalimar Bagh. Police will seek the remand of the accused Rajesh. Further investigation is going on from all possible angles.
Meanwhile, following the attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, CCTV footage obtained from the Chief Minister's residence in Shalimar Bagh revealed that the attacker was planning the attack for the past 24 hours, Delhi CMO said on Wednesday. ANI
#watch | Chandigarh: On the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Punjab Minister Ravjot Singh says, "This is very bad and sad news. She is the representative and CM of Delhi. If someone is angry with her, they should talk directly instead of doing such things." pic.twitter.com/azEfzSPlvM
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
#watch | Delhi: On the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Delhi AAP President Saurabh Bhardwaj says, "Following Arvind Kejriwal's attack, several honest officers of the Delhi Police shared information with the media, stating that the attack was a result of someone's anger over a… pic.twitter.com/Awngn67rMF
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
BJP MLA Satish Upadhyay says, "The Chief Minister is alright... Nobody can stop the CM's work for the progress of Delhi... This attack will not be forgiven by the public and the agencies..."
BJP MLA Harish Khurana says, "It seems to be a conspiracy because of the way the person was doing a recce using his phone camera and had photos of the CM's residence... The police will explain that it was politically motivated and will investigate the matter's roots... The CM is undergoing treatment and she would not stop her work..."
Bhanuben, mother of Rajesh Khimji who attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta today, leaves from Police Station in Rajkot, Gujarat.
#watch | Bhanuben, mother of Rajesh Khimji who attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta today, leaves from Police Station in Rajkot, Gujarat. pic.twitter.com/SKHQHQeOfI
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Attacked Live Updates: 'The Attacker Was Doing Recce For Last 24 Hours' Says Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa
#watch | On the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa says, "The CM is stable. The attacker was doing a recce for the last 24 hours. He had been to Rekha Gupta's Shalimar Bagh residence too. He had shot videos there as well...It is very clear that… pic.twitter.com/K5YIRYu3uA
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
On the attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, BJP MLA Satish Upadhyay says, "The ill intent and hatred with which Delhi CM was attacked during jan sunvai today is very cowardly. People of Delhi will never forgive such a mindset. Delhi CM is serving the people day and night. She will neither be scared by such attacks nor cower down. She will continue serving Delhi. Such people should never be forgiven."
Delhi BJP Chief Virendraa Sachdeva says CM Rekha Gupta "stable" following attack
Bhanuben, mother of Rajesh Khimji who attacked Delhi CM today, says, "I have no information."
#watch | Rajkot, Delhi | Bhanuben, mother of Rajesh Khimji who attacked Delhi CM today, says, "I have no information."According to Delhi Police, Rajesh Khimji attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during 'Jan Sunvai' in Delhi today. pic.twitter.com/alxUi9T7cw
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
Accused Rajesh Khimji's neighbour, Sureshbhai, says, "I have known him for the last 5-6 years. He is a simple and generous man who has a love for animals."
#watch | Rajkot, Gujarat | Accused Rajesh Khimji's neighbour, Sureshbhai, says, "I have known him for the last 5-6 years. He is a simple and generous man who has a love for animals."According to Delhi Police, Rajesh Khimji attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during 'Jan Sunvai' in… pic.twitter.com/eTThvwfjU1
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
According to Delhi Police, the accused identified himself as Rajesh Khimji and said that he belonged to Rajkot, Gujarat.
#watch | Gujarat | Visuals from Rajkot residence of Rajesh Khimji, who attacked Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during 'Jan Sunvai' in Delhi today. A Police personnel in civilian clothes is present here.According to Delhi Police, the accused identified himself as Rajesh Khimji and said… pic.twitter.com/hWDCTOtHna
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
Delhi Police say that 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.
Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | Delhi Police say that 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.
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | AAP leader Anurag Dhanda says, "AAP strongly condemns all such attacks. An attack like that on the Delhi CM has no place in democracy...There can never be a place for violence in democracy. We hope that CM Rekha Gupta is absolutely safe. We demand Delhi Police to give strictest punishment to the accused. AAP condemns this in the strongest terms..."
Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | As he arrives at the CM residence, Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva says, "...He (accused) held her and tried to pull her towards him. This will be investigated and everything will come out. Her programs will continue. She is a brave woman...She will continue to serve Delhi like she always does..."
Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | As he arrives at the CM residence, BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal says, "...She goes among the public while speaking with them. So, he (accused) took advantage of that...CM is stable. She will work as usual. There is no need to worry. Police investigation is underway."
Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | As he arrives at the CM residence, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa says, "CM is stable. I will give you details after meeting her..."
On attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Congress MP K.C. Venugopal says, "It is the failure of the Home Ministry. It should be investigated properly."
On attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai, CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar says, "So unfortunate, I have no idea about that but we never encourage these types of incidents. This is not a part of democracy. We deplore it."
Delhi Police officials have reached the residence of CM Rekha Gupta.
#watch | Delhi Police officials have reached the residence of CM Rekha Gupta. She was attacked by a man during Jan Sunvai this morning. He has been nabbed by the Police and is being questioned. pic.twitter.com/u4k3d7t41H
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh and Chief Secretary arrive at the residence of CM Rekha Gupta.
#watch | Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh and Chief Secretary arrive at the residence of CM Rekha Gupta. She was attacked by a man during Jan Sunvai this morning. He has been nabbed by the Police and is being questioned. pic.twitter.com/g4yjdBs1wB
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
‘He Was Looking For An Opportunity..’ Says Eyewitness
#watch | Attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during Jan Sunvai | Suresh Khandelwal, claiming to be an eyewitness, says, "...I reached here and soon after the CM came out. She started meeting people. He (the accused) was looking for an opportunity and attacked her... It happened around… pic.twitter.com/WrurBfTcUQ
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
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