New Delhi,, Oct. 15 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress, accusing them of focusing on her sarees, footwear and personal activities instead of raising issues concerning public welfare.
Questioning the Opposition's priorities, Gupta said "political parties should concentrate on development and matters of public interest rather than commenting on her attire and personal engagements."
The Chief Minister also questioned the Opposition's response to reports of killings and drug trafficking in Punjab, asking why these issues were not receiving similar attention. She further referred to allegations of sexual exploitation of female students by a professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), saying such serious matters warranted attention.
Her remarks came amid a political exchange over criticism directed at her public appearances and activities. Gupta maintained that the Opposition should scrutinise the work being undertaken by her government and engage in discussions on issues affecting citizens.
The Chief Minister said her administration was working to improve public services and address problems that, according to her, had remained neglected under previous governments.
Referring to the allegations concerning JNU, Gupta called for attention to issues affecting the safety and welfare of female students. The allegations have raised concerns about the need for appropriate scrutiny and action by the authorities concerned.
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