{
  "id": 587927,
  "title": "‘Brother, at least put on some proper clothes’: Why Delhi CM slammed AAP MLA",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/brother-at-least-put-on-some-proper-clothes-why-delhi-cm-slammed-aap",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-11T17:29:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/brother-at-least-put-on-some-proper-clothes-why-delhi-cm-slammed-aap-mla-10828818/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta criticized Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Anil Jha after a video surfaced showing him signing endorsement letters while dressed in a revealing manner. Jha, representing the Kirari constituency, was seen sitting cross-legged on a chair while completing the task. The Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, a government scheme, requires applicants to receive endorsement letters from their respective MPs and MLAs. During the Assembly session, Gupta expressed her disapproval, telling Jha, \"Brother, women are coming to get signatures from you, have some respect... At least put on some proper clothes.\" She questioned whether the women of Delhi should continue seeking his signatures, and called for his suspension from the Assembly for his \"indecent behavior.\" Jha responded, accusing Gupta of having the same opinion about the attire of RSS workers. He also highlighted his humble background and the challenges he faces representing a poor constituency, saying he cannot change how he dresses due to his constituency's conditions. The CM further alleged that Jha made an inappropriate gesture while she was speaking, and indicated that her Assembly membership should be revoked. She vowed to file a formal complaint against Jha for his perceived indecent behavior. Jha, who was previously affiliated with the BJP, switched to the AAP last year and contested the 2025 Assembly elections from the Kirari constituency.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}