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Delhi CM Demands Action Against Minister Over Alleged Assault on Activist
Political tensions escalated in Delhi after allegations emerged that Public Works Minister Pravesh Verma assaulted a youth who filmed a video questioning road quality and corruption. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called for strict action against the minister.
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A political row has intensified in Delhi following claims that Public Works Minister Pravesh Verma allegedly slapped a young man who shot a video highlighting the poor quality of a newly constructed road and raising corruption concerns. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal criticized Verma sharply, suggesting the minister had overstepped his authority. "This is not your father's country," Kejriwal said in a pointed rebuke to the minister, emphasizing that citizens retain the right to question public works and governance. Meanwhile, activist Saurav Bhardwaj has formally requested Delhi police to lodge a case against the minister, submitting a petition before the Deputy Commissioner of Police at the Vikaspuri police station. The incident has sparked debate over ministerial conduct and citizen rights to scrutinize government projects and administrative accountability in the national capital.