A day after an alleged slapping incident during a road inspection in west Delhi, the man involved has demanded the resignation of Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Parvesh Verma and sought an FIR against him. The incident has led to a political dispute, with both sides making different claims about what happened.Key HighlightsThe alleged incident took place during a road inspection in west Delhi.The man involved has demanded Verma's resignation and legal action.He said he was recording the road inspection when the incident happened.Verma said he reacted after people at the site allegedly abused his family.What Happened During the Road Inspection?The incident took place on Sunday during an inspection of road work in the Tilak Nagar-Vikaspuri area of west Delhi. A video circulated on social media appears to show Verma pushing down a man's phone before appearing to slap him. The man was identified in reports as Sahib Singh, 22.Singh said he was recording the inspection. He denied abusing the minister and said he was present with AAP MLA Jarnail Singh's team.According to Singh's account, questions were being raised about the quality of the newly built road when the confrontation took place. He has demanded action against Verma.Victim Seeks Resignation and FIROn Monday, Singh demanded Verma's resignation from his ministerial post. He also sought registration of an FIR in connection with the incident.Singh has alleged that he was hit while recording the proceedings. He has also alleged that people accompanying the minister threatened him after the incident.Police have received complaints connected with the dispute and are examining the allegations. Reports on Monday said complaints had been filed by both sides.“He is not worthy of holding the post,” the victim said while demanding Verma's resignation and action through an FIR.What Did Parvesh Verma Say?Verma has given a different account of the incident. He said he had gone to inspect road construction work in the area.The minister alleged that people at the site abused his family. He said he reacted in anger after the alleged abuse.Verma also made allegations against AAP MLA Jarnail Singh over the road work. He claimed the MLA had been seeking a commission from contractors. Singh has rejected that allegation.Police Looking Into the ComplaintsThe incident has now become a political issue in Delhi. Opposition leaders and AAP members have criticised Verma, while the minister has defended his actions and raised counter-allegations.The police are looking into the complaints related to the incident. The available reports do not establish the competing allegations as proven facts.The road inspection dispute has therefore moved beyond the original confrontation, with demands for legal action and questions about the conduct of public officials becoming part of the controversy.Also Read: How to Find Free Events in Delhi & Noida This Weekend
