Delhi High Court Denies Stay on Trial for Assault Case Against Chief Minister
Delhi HC refuses to stay trial court proceedings against accused in CM assault case
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The Delhi High Court has declined to stay trial proceedings against two men accused of assaulting Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a public grievance meeting on August 20, 2025. The court emphasized the seriousness of the charges, including attempted murder, and scheduled the next hearing for May 21, 2026.
- 01Delhi High Court refused to stay trial proceedings against accused in CM assault case.
- 02Charges include attempted murder and criminal conspiracy.
- 03Accused claimed divine instruction for the assault.
- 04Court directed forensic examination of the accused's mobile phones.
- 05Next hearing scheduled for May 21, 2026.
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On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court rejected a request to immediately stay the trial court proceedings against two men, Sakriya Rajeshbhai Khimjibhai and Tahseen Raza, accused of assaulting Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a public grievance meeting on August 20, 2025. Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani stated that he would not stay proceedings unless there was clear evidence of wrongdoing. The trial court had previously framed serious charges against the accused, including attempted murder and criminal conspiracy. The incident involved Rajeshbhai, who allegedly infiltrated the CM's security to carry out the assault, claiming he was inspired by a vision from Lord Mahakal. The court also raised questions regarding Rajeshbhai's presence in Delhi, given he was not a local resident. The next hearing is set for May 21, 2026, and the court has ordered an expedited forensic examination of the accused's mobile phones to establish their connection.
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The court's decision to continue with the trial proceedings underscores the serious nature of the assault case against a high-profile political figure, which could influence public safety perceptions.
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