“The assault on me throughout this morning's public listening to was not simply an assault on me, however a cowardly try on our resolve to serve Delhi and work for the welfare of the individuals,” Gupta mentioned in a press release.
She added that although she was initially in shock, she was now feeling higher and urged supporters to not crowd her residence. “I request all my well-wishers to not hassle themselves by coming to fulfill me. I'll quickly be seen working amongst you once more,” she mentioned, asserting that she would proceed public hearings with the identical seriousness and dedication.
Gupta also expressed gratitude for the “immense love, blessings, and good wishes” she received after the incident, vowing to return to her duties “with even more energy and dedication than before.”
According to PTI, the 35-year-old accused, identified as Rajesh Khimji from Rajkot, Gujarat, first handed some papers to Gupta throughout the Jan Sunvai after which allegedly attacked her. He was overpowered on the spot and brought into custody at Civil Traces police station. Police are verifying his id and deal with.
Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva, who met Gupta after the incident, mentioned her situation is steady. “The CM is robust. It appears she suffered a lightweight blow to her head… The slap or stone-throwing tales are fabricated. Such incidents in politics are condemnable. Jan Sunvai will proceed,” he instructed reporters.
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav additionally condemned the assault, saying it highlighted broader issues over girls's security. “If the CM of Delhi will not be protected, how can a typical man or frequent girl be protected?” he requested.
The weekly Jan Sunvai permits residents to immediately current their grievances to the Chief Minister, and Gupta has mentioned the programme will proceed uninterrupted.
