Rekha Gupta is currently serving as the 9th Chief Minister of Delhi, the capital of the country. Her tenure marks a historic moment, as it signifies the Bharatiya Janata Party’s return to power in the national capital after nearly three decades. Her elevation to this position represents the culmination of more than three decades of unwavering commitment to public service and dedicated political engagement at the grassroots, municipal, and state levels.
As Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta’s governance philosophy is closely aligned with the collective vision of Team Modi and is driven by a clear mission to make Delhi healthier, better educated, and more equitable. She firmly believes that the city must receive the rights, opportunities, and development it has long been denied. Her approach to leadership is rooted in tireless work, honesty in intent, and focus on tangible outcomes, reflecting her conviction that real development is achieved through consistent action on the ground rather than rhetoric or empty promises.
Under Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta's leadership, the Delhi Government has approved a transformative scheme to provide annual financial assistance for two LPG cylinders to all ration card–holding families from 2026. The support, distributed on Holi and Diwali through Direct Benefit Transfer, will provide ₹553 per cylinder for PMUY beneficiaries and ₹853 for non-Ujjwala families. With an estimated annual expenditure of ₹242.77 crore, this initiative demonstrates targeted, transparent governance aimed at easing inflation's burden on economically weaker sections. CM Gupta emphasized this scheme fulfills the BJP's Sankalp Patra commitment, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for the visionary Ujjwala Yojana that has empowered crores of women nationwide.
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Under Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta's chairmanship of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC), Old Delhi's transformation has begun in earnest. Committed to preserving the Walled City's unparalleled heritage while building world-class infrastructure, the government will underground overhead wires, implement comprehensive traffic management, develop multi-level parking, and conserve historic havelis, katras, and koochas. The government will revitalize landmark projects spanning Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, and the Delhi Gate to Kashmere Gate and Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Marg. Prioritizing basic civic needs - modern sewerage, uninterrupted water supply, and road infrastructure - the initiative ensures Old Delhi emerges as a premier tourism destination while honoring its centuries-old legacy as the heart of India's cultural capital. With SRDC reorganisation under the Chairmanship of the Chief Minister, Old Delhi’s development is set to gain renewed pace and clear direction.
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Under the leadership of Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta, the Trans-Yamuna Area Development Board approved development projects worth ₹728 crore. This decisive move aims to accelerate infrastructure growth for the region, home to nearly one-third of Delhi’s population. The CM assured there would be no shortage of funds, directing officials to prioritize essential works like roads, drainage, and waterlogging solutions. Emphasizing the urgency ahead of the monsoon, she instructed for the speedy resolution of civic issues. This initiative marks a significant step towards transforming the Trans-Yamuna area into a developed region with world-class amenities.
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