Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was reportedly assaulted by a person in the crowd while attending a public petition drive (Jan Sunwai) at her camp office this morning. As a result of the attack she fell and sustained a head injury and has been admitted to hospital for treatment, officials said.
According to initial reports and Delhi Police, the incident occurred during the scheduled public hearing where citizens present petitions directly to the Chief Minister. A person in the crowd allegedly grabbed Ms. Gupta by the hair, causing her to stumble and fall. Medical teams at the scene provided first aid before she was taken to a nearby hospital. The Chief Minister is undergoing evaluation and treatment for a head injury, authorities confirmed.
The attacker was immediately restrained and arrested by Delhi Police at the venue. The arrested individual is currently in custody and is being questioned to determine motive and whether others were involved. Police said they have seized the suspect and are examining CCTV footage and eyewitness statements. A formal FIR is expected to be registered; investigators are treating the matter as an assault on a public official while the probe continues.
The attack drew immediate condemnation from political leaders and civil society. Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva and Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav both issued statements denouncing the violence and called for swift police action. Several party offices and activists also expressed concern over security arrangements at public events and urged authorities to ensure the safety of elected representatives.
Hospital officials have confirmed that Rekha Gupta was admitted with a head injury and is undergoing necessary medical evaluation and treatment. Officials have not yet released detailed clinical information or the outcome of scans. Family representatives and senior party officials are reported to be at the hospital monitoring her condition. Authorities said updates will be provided once the medical team shares further information.
Following the attack, Delhi administration officials have initiated a review of security at public outreach events. Sources say additional measures are likely to be implemented for future Jan Sunwai sessions and public interactions involving high-profile officials. Police officials reiterated that protection of public representatives and crowd management remain priorities as the investigation progresses.
Authorities will continue to question the detained suspect and seek corroborative evidence including CCTV and witness statements. Political offices and the Chief Minister’s team are expected to release official statements with more details. Media briefings by Delhi Police and hospital updates are likely to follow as investigators and medical staff provide further information.
This article will be updated as official statements and medical bulletins become available. Readers are advised to follow verified news sources and official police or hospital communications for confirmed details.
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