CM Praised Officials as 'Lord Hanuman', No Insult Intended: Delhi Police
Delhi Police tell court CM Rekha Gupta was praising officials, not insulting Lord Hanuman, in a speech. Complainant accused of distorting video.
The Delhi Police have officially cleared Chief Minister Rekha Gupta of any wrongdoing following a controversy over remarks she made about government officials. In a status report filed before the Rouse Avenue Court, the police stated that the Chief Minister was actually praising the dedication of her staff by comparing them to Lord Hanuman, and that there was absolutely nothing derogatory or ridiculing in her words.
The Context of the Controversy
The legal battle began after a complaint was filed by Ram Niwas Sharma, who alleged that CM Rekha Gupta had made insulting remarks about government officials during a public programme in September 2025. Sharma had sought the registration of an FIR, claiming the comments were offensive. However, after a thorough investigation and a review of the full video recording, the Delhi Police concluded that no cognizable offence had been committed.
Police Findings: Praise, Not Ridicule
According to the status report submitted to the court, the complete video evidence reveals that the Chief Minister was highlighting the work, commitment, and performance of Delhi Government employees. By comparing them to Lord Hanuman, she was intending to appreciate their working spirit and dedication.
The police report further detailed the respectful tone of the speech, noting that:
- The CM showed utmost respect for the deity, even mentioning that they were standing at the dvar (door) of Lord Hanuman near Narghat Waale Baba to seek blessings.
- She explicitly stated, "Hanuman ji ki kripa se saare kaam ho rahe hain" (All work is being done by the grace of Lord Hanuman).
- She encouraged her cabinet ministers to be motivated by the hardworking capacity of Lord Hanuman.
- She attributed the inauguration of a new fleet of buses from Delhi to UP to the blessings of Lord Hanuman.
Allegations of Deliberate Distortion
The Delhi Police did not hold back in their assessment of the complainant, Ram Niwas Sharma. The report suggested that Sharma had selectively edited the video, omitting key phrases and portions to distort the context and present the facts differently. The police asserted that even if the specific phrases mentioned in the complaint were heard, they still did not intend to hurt religious feelings or outrage devotees.
What Happens Next?
Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Ashwani Panwar has taken the police status report on record. While the police have given a clean chit to the Chief Minister, the court has granted time to the complainant's counsel to file an objection or reply to the report.
The matter is now listed for October 29, where advocate Sanjeet Kumar will present arguments on behalf of the complainant.