Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta delivered her first Republic Day speech at Chhatrasal Stadium, emphasizing her government’s initiatives to overcome administrative challenges, enhance healthcare services, and promote economic growth. She highlighted the progress made during her 11-month tenure and laid out plans for a developed Delhi. Gupta unveiled key projects in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, aiming to transform the city into a ‘Viksit Delhi.’
After hoisting the national flag, she detailed educational, health, and infrastructure reforms while setting goals for a progressive Delhi. Gupta stressed the significance of Republic Day as a symbol of India’s sovereignty and national pride, underlining the government’s commitment to fostering economic development. She announced a substantial increase in Delhi’s budget to Rs 1 lakh crore and outlined measures to boost business operations and support MSMEs.
The Chief Minister declared upcoming years as a time for national remembrance, honoring significant anniversaries of eminent personalities and historical events. She reflected on Delhi’s resilience in the face of challenges and highlighted the government’s efforts to address longstanding issues. Gupta mentioned the launch of Atal Canteens providing affordable meals, initiatives to improve healthcare services, and major allocations for education in the upcoming budget.
Under the government’s ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ approach, Gupta emphasized the implementation of people-centric policies leading to tangible improvements. She underscored the importance of health services, digital initiatives in hospitals, and ongoing projects to enhance public education. The Chief Minister also focused on sports development, infrastructure enhancements, and plans to transition the public bus fleet to electric vehicles.
Gupta outlined various initiatives for women, workers, and social welfare, including financial aid for construction workers and the establishment of a Gig Worker Welfare Board. She highlighted environmental initiatives, including efforts to clean the Yamuna river and improve waste management. The government’s commitment to enhancing safety through the installation of CCTV cameras and LED streetlights was also emphasized.
