The recent assault on BJP’s Rekha Gupta during a public grievance hearing has reignited discussions on the rising trend of violence against political figures in Delhi.
The attack occurred during a routine public interaction where Gupta was listening to citizen complaints. Suddenly, a man from the crowd slapped her before security could intervene. The perpetrator was arrested by Delhi Police immediately.
The BJP condemned the attack as a dangerous precedent that threatens democratic engagement. Party officials demanded stronger protection for their leaders.
Opposition voices echoed calls for peaceful discourse, emphasizing that political disagreements should never lead to physical confrontations.
Security experts suggest that increasing political polarization has contributed to heightened risks at public forums.
Gupta, while visibly affected, reassured supporters of her commitment to public service and dismissed calls for increased security as a solution alone.
The incident serves as a reminder of the fragile balance between public accessibility and leader safety in India’s vibrant democracy.
