"AAP and Congress are jobless": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Slams Opposition
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta slams AAP and Congress for focusing on her instead of government work and raises concerns over Punjab and JNU issues.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress on Thursday, labeling their members as "jobless". The Chief Minister made these remarks in response to a viral video involving her, suggesting that the opposition is more interested in personal attacks than evaluating the actual performance of her administration.
Focus on Personalities Instead of Governance
Addressing the media, Gupta expressed frustration that the opposition parties appear to be obsessed with her persona rather than discussing the developmental milestones achieved by the Delhi government. She challenged the opposition to move beyond digital videos and engage with the reality of the city's progress.
“All I can say is that people of AAP and Congress are jobless. They have no work. If they are focusing only on the Delhi CM, then accompany me everywhere. If they have to see something, they should look at our work. They do not discuss the good work being done here,” Gupta stated.
Allegations of Silence on Critical Issues
The Chief Minister did not stop at criticizing the local opposition, extending her remarks to broader national and regional concerns. She accused the AAP and Congress of maintaining a strategic silence on several high-profile crises to avoid political friction.
Gupta highlighted the deteriorating situation in Punjab, citing several alarming trends:
- Rising Crime: She alleged that murders are occurring in broad daylight within the state.
- Drug Menace: The Chief Minister claimed the drug mafia is highly active, yet the opposition remains silent.
- Mental Health Crisis: She pointed toward an increase in suicides among the population.
Furthermore, she brought attention to recent controversies at JNU, alleging that a professor has been involved in the exploitation and misbehaviour of female students, questioning why the opposition has failed to take a stand on such matters.
Celebrating Sanatan Traditions at Ramlila
Before the political confrontation, the Chief Minister was seen participating in cultural festivities. On October 14, Gupta attended the Ramlila organized by the Sanatan Sanskaaram Parivar at the DDA Ramlila Ground. The event, themed ‘Sanatan Sanskaaram – From Tradition to the Future’, featured a divine enactment of Lord Ram’s life.
Accompanied by Delhi Government Minister for Art, Culture and Languages, Kapil Mishra, and Cabinet Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh, the Chief Minister praised the event for its role in preserving heritage. She emphasized that such celebrations are vital for connecting the younger generation with Indian culture and Sanatan values.
“The annual enactment of Ramlila and the burning of Ravana’s effigy on Dussehra remind us that truth ultimately triumphs over falsehood and good prevails over evil,” she remarked, noting that the festivals of Navratri and Vijayadashami serve as powerful reminders of the victory of dharma.