Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Delhi CM Praises Guru Tegh Bahadur
Delhi's Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, spoke about Guru Tegh Bahadur in the Delhi Assembly.
She said he was a great protector of India's culture and values.
The government organized a big event at the Red Fort to remember him.
She also talked about how they made sure the event was safe after a previous terror attack.
Many people, including other leaders, praised Guru Tegh Bahadur's sacrifices.
However, the BJP accused Atishi, a leader from the AAP, of saying something disrespectful about the Guru and demanded an apology.
The AAP wanted to talk about air pollution instead.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praised Guru Tegh Bahadur's legacy as a protector of India's culture and values.
A three-day congregation was organized at the Red Fort to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur.
Comprehensive security arrangements were made in coordination with the central government due to previous terror concerns.
BJP accused AAP leader Atishi of using 'insensitive words' against Guru Tegh Bahadur and demanded an apology.
AAP wanted to discuss air pollution in the city instead of the BJP's accusation.
- Who
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, BJP, AAP
- What
- Delhi CM praises Guru Tegh Bahadur's legacy and BJP accuses Atishi of using 'insensitive words' against the Guru
- When
- January 6, 2026
- Where
- Delhi Legislative Assembly
- Why
- To mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur and discuss related events and controversies
- Date
- January 6, 2026
- Location
- Delhi Legislative Assembly
- Event
- 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur
- Speaker
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
- Security Coordination
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- Congregation Venue
- Red Fort complex
- BJP Accusation
- Atishi used 'insensitive words' against Guru Tegh Bahadur
Sources
'History In Remix Mode': AAP Alleges Rekha Gupta Made A Bhagat Singh Blunder
Guru Tegh Bahadur’s legacy goes beyond religion: CM Gupta
BJP claims Atishi used ‘insensitive words’ against Sikh Guru, demads apology
Day 2 OF Winter session of Delhi Assembly: BJP, AAP spar over ‘disrespect’ to Guru Tegh Bahadur
BJP MLAs stage protest in Delhi Assembly over ex-CM Atishi’s ‘insensitive words’ against Sikh Guru