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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has decided to expand her public hearing program to all 70 assembly constituencies following a physical assault by a visitor from Gujarat. She drew strength from her father's advice about continuing forward despite life's accidents and obstacles. The CM met with all BJP MPs from Delhi and has been provided enhanced Z+ security protection. Gupta reaffirmed her complete dedication to serving Delhi's citizens despite the recent security incident.

Key Points: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Expands Public Hearings After Gujarat Visitor Assault

  • CM Gupta expands public hearings to all 70 Delhi constituencies after assault
  • Recalls father's advice about continuing despite life's accidents
  • Meets with all BJP Delhi MPs to discuss security and governance
  • Receives Z+ security and CRPF deployment after Wednesday's incident
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Delhi CM doubles down on public hearings a day after assault; to do in all 70 constituencies

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces public hearings in all 70 constituencies after assault, citing father's advice to never stop serving Delhi despite obstacles.

"Every moment of my life and every particle of my body is dedicated to Delhi - CM Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, Aug 21

A day after a shocking assault by a visitor from Gujarat, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta resumed work on Thursday with renewed energy, recalling her father’s advice of continue moving ahead despite hurdles, and doubled down on her decision to hold public interactions by extending such hearing to all 70 Assembly segments.

As she attended work in the office and met Delhi MPs during the day, CM Gupta, in a poetic post on X, reflected upon past life experiences that had shaken her up, temporarily, and reiterated her resolve to continue serving citizens to the best of her capability.

“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.”

“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,” she said, in an indirect reference to the assault on her by a visitor during a public hearing.

Expressing her resolve to prove herself in the top post, she said, “Anyway, women have double the strength to fight through difficulties. They have to pass countless tests to prove themselves. I am ready too! Now, public hearings will not only be held at my home but in every assembly of Delhi. Your Chief Minister, at your doorstep.”

Earlier in the morning, CM Gupta met all seven Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs from the national Capital at her official residence in Civil Lines.

On Wednesday, 41-year-old Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai Sakariya from Rajkot in Gujarat allegedly slapped and pulled CM Gupta's hair at her Civil Lines residence. He has since been arrested and remanded to five days of police custody.

Additionally, CM Gupta has been provided Z+ security, and the CRPF has been deployed outside her residence.

Sharing a photograph of the meeting, BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal said, "Today, along with all my fellow MPs from Delhi, I met our Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta and enquired about her well-being. The Chief Minister is completely healthy and, as always, is actively dedicated to the service of Delhi's citizens."

- IANS

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Priya S
While I admire her determination, security protocols must be strengthened. Z+ security is necessary but public interactions need better screening processes. We can't risk our leaders' safety for accessibility.
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Arjun K
The attacker being from Gujarat raises questions. Hope police investigates if there's any larger conspiracy behind this. Such violence against elected representatives cannot be tolerated! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
Her father's advice about continuing despite accidents is so inspiring! This is the kind of resilience we need in our leaders. Taking the incident and turning it into motivation to serve more people is commendable.
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Meera T
As a woman, I relate to her comment about women having double strength. We constantly have to prove ourselves in every field. Proud to see a woman CM showing such courage after such a traumatic experience 🙌
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Rahul R
Good that she met with BJP MPs too. Politics aside, the well-being of our elected leaders matters. Hope this incident leads to better security measures for all public representatives across party lines.

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