Sun Apr 13 04:22:08 UTC 2025: **Delhi CM’s Husband’s Role in Official Meetings Sparks Political Row**
NEW DELHI (April 13, 2025) – A political storm erupted in Delhi today following allegations by Leader of Opposition Atishi that Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s husband is actively participating in official government meetings. Atishi shared a photograph on X (formerly Twitter) depicting Gupta’s husband presiding over a meeting with senior officers from the MCD, DJB, PWD, and DUSIB.
Atishi drew a parallel between this situation and villages where the husbands of female Sarpanchs (village heads) often handle government work, questioning the propriety of a Chief Minister’s husband assuming such a role. She further speculated on the potential influence of Gupta’s husband on issues like frequent power outages and school fee hikes.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva responded by accusing Atishi of insulting Gupta, highlighting the Chief Minister’s career progression and defending her husband’s involvement as neither illegal nor unethical. Sachdeva pointed to instances of AAP leaders’ spouses being involved in political activities, including Arvind Kejriwal’s wife, questioning the consistency of Atishi’s criticism. The ensuing debate has ignited a fierce political battle in the national capital.
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