Rajesh Khimji, was placed under five days of custody.

The attacker of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Rajesh Khimji, was placed under five days of custody.
Rajesh Khimji has been detained by the police for five days on suspicion of assaulting Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The incident took place at a public hearing. The Delhi police verified the remand on August 20, 2025, and filed a complaint under section 109(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with attempted murder and carries a maximum penalty of ten years in prison and a fine. The attacker of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Rajesh Khimji, was placed under five days of custody.
Rajesh Khimji has been detained by the police for five days on suspicion of assaulting Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The incident took place at a public hearing. The Delhi police verified the remand on August 20, 2025, and filed a complaint under section 109(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with attempted murder and carries a maximum penalty of ten years in prison and a fine.

Research and Proof

According to CCTV footage taken from Chief Minister Gupta’s Shalimar Bagh home, Khimji reportedly carried out reconnaissance prior to the assault. He is seen in the video filming the scene and carefully organising the attack. The police have been given this footage to look into further.

“The footage shows that the attacker conducted a reconnaissance of the Chief Minister’s residence, recorded the location, and attempted to attack in a planned manner,” the Delhi Chief Minister’s Office said. The police have been given this film, and they are doing a thorough investigation into it.

Chief Minister’s Response

Following the attack, CM Gupta expressed her amazement but assured everyone that she is feeling better now. She described the assault as a cowardly attempt against her efforts for Delhi’s welfare. In a post shared on X, she wrote in Hindi about how this attack was not just against her but also against their commitment to serve Delhi.

“The attack on me during this morning’s public hearing was not just an attack on me but a cowardly attempt on our resolve to serve Delhi and work for the welfare of the people,” she stated. She also requested her well-wishers not to worry or visit her unnecessarily

Reaction of the Public

The Chief Minister sent his sincere appreciation to everyone who sent love and blessings following the incident. In her post, she expressed gratitude, writing, “I express my heartfelt gratitude for your immense love, blessings, and good wishes.” Authorities are still investigating this matter and are looking for additional information.