# Delhi CM Rekha Gupta rebukes MLA for improper clothing in Assembly 2026-08-12T17:40:42+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta publicly rebuked an MLA in the Assembly on Tuesday for wearing improper clothing, saying 'At least wear proper clothes.' The remark, directed at AAP MLA Rajesh Kumar, drew sharp reactions from opposition members who accused Gupta of crossing decorum. Gupta defended her comment, stating it was about maintaining dignity in the House. The incident has sparked debate over dress code enforcement in the Assembly. Gupta, a first-time CM from the BJP, insisted she meant no disrespect but expected elected representatives to dress appropriately. Opposition MLAs demanded an apology, calling the remark unnecessary. ## Coverage - economictimes.indiatimes.com Tags: BJP-AAP clash, Delhi assembly, MLA dress code, parliamentary decorum, Rekha Gupta, women in politics Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/delhi-cm-rekha-gupta-rebukes-mla-for-improper-clothing-in-assembly/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/delhi-cm-rekha-gupta-rebukes-mla-for-improper-clothing-in-assembly/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.