Five of Delhi’s Seven Newly Sworn-In Ministers Face Criminal Charges

Feb 20, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Five out of seven newly sworn-in Delhi ministers, including CM Rekha Gupta, face criminal cases. Here’s what you need to know

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Rekha Gupta Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has cases related to unlawful assembly and public obstruction, as per her self-sworn affidavit

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Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma Parvesh Sahib Singh, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal, has cases linked to inciting communal disharmony and inflammatory speeches

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Manjinder Singh Sirsa Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has cases related to protests and unlawful assembly, as per election affidavits

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Kapil Mishra Kapil Mishra, known for his controversial statements, has cases under IPC sections related to promoting enmity and public unrest

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