Centre withdraws CRPF from Delhi CM Rekha Gupta’s security; Delhi Police to provide protection
The Centre has withdrawn the Z category CRPF security for Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, reverting her protection back to the Delhi Police. This decision follows an attack on Gupta during a public event, which her office described as part of a conspiracy against her. The Delhi Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the attack, including the primary suspect.
- ▪The CRPF security for Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was withdrawn after being provided following an attack on her.
- ▪Her security is now managed by the Delhi Police.
- ▪Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the attack, including the main suspect, an auto-rickshaw driver from Gujarat.
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The Centre has withdrawn the Z category CRPF security provided to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, days after she was accorded the cover following an attack on her, official sources said on Monday (August 25, 2025).Her security has been entrusted to Delhi Police again, they said.Ms. Gupta, 51, was attacked by a man on August 20 morning during a 'Jan Sunwai' programme at her camp office in the Civil Lines area, with her office terming the assault a part of a "well-planned conspiracy to kill her".
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