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Only 3 days, Not 10: Delhi Speaker flags ‘Political Move’, Gives Punjab Police 3 days to reply
Babushahi Bureau
New Delhi, January 13, 2026: Citing the seriousness and sensitivity of the matter, the Delhi Legislative Assembly Secretariat has granted only three days’ time to the Punjab Police to submit a detailed report in connection with the controversy over objectionable remarks made in the House, rejecting the request for a 10-day extension.
Addressing a press conference on Tuesday, Delhi Assembly Speaker Shri Vijender Gupta said that while the Punjab Police had sought 10 days to respond, the Secretariat has directed them to submit a complete report by January 15. “Looking at the seriousness of the matter, only three days’ time has been granted,” the Speaker said.
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The Speaker informed that notices have been issued to the Director General of Police, Punjab, the Special DGP (Cyber Cell) and the Commissioner of Police, Jalandhar. He noted that although the Punjab Police claimed that the FIR and forensic examination were conducted within hours, seeking 10 days to respond to the Assembly’s notice raises questions about the independence and impartiality of the investigation.
Shri Gupta asserted that the issue squarely falls within the jurisdiction of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, adding that all original videos and related documents are the property of the House. He questioned how and under whose orders forensic examinations were initiated by the Punjab Government without consulting the Assembly or formally requisitioning the material.
“The sequence of events appears aimed at creating confusion and misleading the public after sentiments were already hurt,” the Speaker remarked, terming the Punjab Police action as politically motivated.
He further stated that granting a longer extension would have amounted to unnecessary delay. “The request for 10 days was considered inappropriate. Therefore, only three additional days have been allowed to ensure accountability,” he said, directing Punjab Police to submit all facts and explanations by January 15 for further action.
Calling the issue legally sensitive and emotionally charged, Shri Gupta said the incident disrupted the functioning of the House, leading to repeated adjournments after the Leader of the Opposition chose not to attend sittings. He recalled that after reviewing the video footage on January 7, Members unanimously felt that the remarks had hurt public sentiments, particularly due to perceived disrespect towards revered Gurus, and expected an unconditional apology.
The Speaker clarified that on January 8, at the request of the Opposition, the Assembly itself decided to refer the video material to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL). Reaffirming the Assembly’s authority, Shri Gupta said the power to seek forensic examination rests solely with the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
He concluded by stating that any attempt to undermine the dignity of the House would not be tolerated and assured that the Assembly would act with full transparency and responsibility to ensure that the truth emerges.