Seelampur Murder Case: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Assures Justice

17-Year-Old Kunal Stabbed to Death in Seelampur

A tragic incident occurred in Delhi’s Seelampur area when a 17-year-old boy, Kunal, was fatally stabbed on Thursday evening. This event led to protests in the locality.

• Kunal was stabbed to death in Seelampur.
• The incident sparked protests among the residents.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta’s Assurance

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addressed the media on Friday, ensuring that an FIR was filed and justice would be served promptly. She stated:

• “I have spoken to the Police Commissioner regarding Kunal’s murder.”
• “The accused will be arrested soon.”
• “FIR has been registered, and police are actively working on the case.”

Grieving Mother’s Allegations

Kunal’s mother accused the police of inaction and claimed that the attackers had threatened her son earlier. She said:

• “My son had a fight with some boys a few days ago.”
• “They beat him up while he stood silently.”
• “Last night, he stepped out to buy food around 7 pm, and by 7.15, we were told he had been stabbed.”
• “The doctor who treated Kunal earlier was beaten up by the same group.”

Protests and Demands for Justice

Hundreds of residents took to the streets late Thursday night and continued their protest through Friday morning, demanding justice. They blocked roads and raised slogans.

• Protests started late Thursday night.
• Residents blocked roads and raised slogans.
• Placards read “Modi ji madad karo, Yogi model chahiye.”

Police Action and Statements

Joint Commissioner of Police (East) Pushpendra Kumar confirmed the murder and said the accused belonged to the same area. He stated:

• “We have identified the accused.”
• “Teams are conducting raids to nab them.”
• “Two names have surfaced, and if others are found involved, they will also be arrested.”

Additional DCP (Northeast) Sandeep Lamba said the situation was under control and the police were actively conducting raids to arrest the suspects.

Appeal for Peace by Delhi BJP President

Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva appealed for peace and said police had been successful in arresting culprits in previous cases and would do so again.