The incident involving the assault on AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for action. Here's a breakdown of the latest developments:
**Acceptance by AAP:** The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has acknowledged Swati Maliwal's claims of assault by Arvind Kejriwal's Personal Secretary, Bibhav Kumar. Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh confirmed the incident and stated that Kejriwal will take strict action against the accused.
**Sanjay Singh's Statement:** Addressing a press conference, Sanjay Singh condemned the incident, describing it as highly condemnable. He assured that the party stands with Swati Maliwal, recognizing her significant contributions to society and the party.
**BJP's Response:** Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva criticized AAP's handling of the situation, alleging insensitivity and attempts to silence Maliwal. He emphasized the need for immediate action and accused AAP of suppressing the incident under political pressure.
**Police Response:** The Delhi Police received a PCR call regarding the assault at the Chief Minister's residence. However, Maliwal left the police station without filing a formal complaint. As of now, the police have not received an official complaint from Maliwal regarding the matter.
**NCW's Reaction:** The National Commission for Women (NCW) condemned the assault on Swati Maliwal and announced plans to send an inquiry team to investigate the matter further.
The incident has underscored concerns about the safety and security of individuals, particularly women, in positions of leadership. As the investigation progresses, there will likely be continued scrutiny of AAP's response and calls for accountability from all parties involved.
