Security Breach at Delhi Assembly: Masked Intruder Arrested
A masked intruder caused a significant security breach at the Delhi Assembly by crashing through a gate and leaving a bouquet near the Speaker's car. The incident, which occurred around 2 PM, has raised serious concerns about security measures in high-profile areas. Following the breach, police apprehended the driver, Sarabjit Singh, along with two other suspects. Investigations are ongoing, with forensic teams examining the scene and CCTV footage being reviewed to understand the sequence of events. This incident comes on the heels of a recent bomb-related occurrence during the assembly's budget session, further intensifying scrutiny on security protocols.
Apr 6, 2026, 18:43 IST
Incident Overview
On Monday afternoon, around 2 PM, a masked individual breached the iron gate of the Delhi Assembly complex using a car and fled after performing a bizarre act. This incident is being regarded as a significant security lapse, leading to the arrest of one suspect and the detention of two others. The driver has been identified as Sarabjit Singh, who was apprehended after breaking through Gate Number 2, typically reserved for VIPs. After exiting the vehicle, he placed a bouquet near Speaker Vijender Gupta's car before driving away. Police confirmed that he was captured on CCTV footage.
As he entered and exited, the individual collided with the tall iron gate and barriers. All three suspects were apprehended within approximately two hours. Bomb disposal units and the crime branch have been summoned, but no suspicious items have been discovered so far. Special Police Commissioner Anil Shukla and Special Police Commissioner (Law and Order) Ravindra Yadav were already present at the scene. Authorities reported that the vehicle, registered in Uttar Pradesh, entered the assembly complex through Gate Number 2 around 2 PM. Sources indicated that since this is not the main entrance, security was relatively lax in the absence of an assembly session.
A Delhi Secretariat official noted that the driver approached the office of Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta, placed the bouquet near the porch, and then left. This incident has raised serious concerns regarding security, with officials deeming it a significant breach. Immediately following the event, Special Police Commissioner Ravindra Yadav arrived at the site to oversee the investigation. Yadav stated that police are reviewing CCTV footage from the area to trace the sequence of events.
To track the vehicle and its occupants, police teams were formed, and alerts were sent to neighboring states. Information about the suspect's car was shared with local police units. Subsequently, authorities detained three individuals, including the driver, and recovered the vehicle. A police official confirmed that the three suspects are in custody. Meanwhile, forensic experts examined the bouquet allegedly placed inside the assembly complex. The bomb disposal squad and search dog teams conducted thorough searches of the area to rule out any explosive threats. This incident occurred shortly after a bomb-related event during the recently concluded budget session of the assembly.