Shocking Plot Foiled: Man Planned Knife Attack on CM Rekha Gupta, Friend Arrested in Conspiracy

In a startling revelation, Delhi Police have uncovered a chilling plot to attack Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Sources confirm that the primary accused, Rajesh Khimji, intended to stab the CM during a public hearing. However, deterred by the tight security around the venue, he abandoned the plan and discarded the knife in the Civil Lines area before carrying out a physical assault.

A Premeditated Attack

According to investigative sources, Rajesh entered the Jan Sunwai (public hearing) under the guise of sharing his grievances. As soon as he got close enough, he physically attacked CM Gupta, pulling her hair and causing minor injuries. This violent act was not spontaneous—it was allegedly a part of a broader plan involving a knife attack.

Police say that Rajesh had scouted the CM’s residence and even visited the Supreme Court premises before returning to Civil Lines. His movements indicate careful planning, but the heavy security presence appears to have made him reconsider using the weapon. In panic, he reportedly dumped the knife before entering the event.

Second Arrest: A Key Conspirator

In another major development, a second suspect—Tahseen Syed from Rajkot—has been arrested. He is identified as a close friend of Rajesh and is accused of being directly involved in the conspiracy to attack the CM. Investigations reveal that Tahseen had transferred ₹2,000 to Rajesh’s account, possibly to aid him in executing the plan.

Tahseen’s arrest has led to more explosive revelations. He was in constant touch with Rajesh and may have assisted in planning the knife attack. With this new arrest, police now suspect a larger conspiracy and are probing whether more individuals were involved.

Police Action and Court Proceedings

Rajesh Khimji’s initial five-day police remand ended today. Both he and Tahseen were presented in court, where Delhi Police sought an extension of their custody to continue the investigation. Officers are especially focused on recovering the knife that Rajesh reportedly dropped in the Civil Lines area—a critical piece of evidence that could further expose the depth of the plot.

Officials are also interrogating the duo face-to-face to uncover the motive behind the planned attack. Was it a personal grievance, a political statement, or something more sinister? Those questions remain unanswered for now.

The Bigger Picture

This incident has sent shockwaves through the political and security landscape of Delhi. The fact that an armed assailant could get so close to the Chief Minister has raised serious concerns about public security at political events.

As the investigation unfolds, more disturbing details may emerge. For now, both suspects remain in police custody, and efforts continue to piece together the full picture behind this deeply troubling case.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.