Overview

• Delhi Police confirmed the incident at the chief minister’s residence and reported a head injury, with the CM later described as stable by a BJP leader citing doctors.
• The alleged attacker was detained on site and is being questioned in custody as the Deputy Commissioner of Police oversees the probe and the Home Ministry has been notified.
• Initial reports identify the suspect as Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai Sakaria, 41, from Rajkot, a detail police are checking with Gujarat authorities.
• Accounts of the assault differ, with an eyewitness alleging a slap and BJP leaders saying the CM’s hand was grabbed, causing her head to hit a table.
• Reports indicate the man brought a petition concerning a jailed relative, a possible motive that remains unverified as political leaders across parties condemn the attack.