On February 28, in New Delhi, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta joined the 59th Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Show, hosted by the All India Kitchen Garden Association. During her visit, she commended participants for their dedication to kitchen gardening and their role in fostering a sustainable environment in the capital.

In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister shared her enthusiasm for the exhibition, labeling it as both beautiful and inspiring, while recognizing the hard work of all involved.

She emphasized that this initiative serves as a vital means of promoting kitchen gardening and spreading its advantages to every household.

"Engaging in kitchen gardening transcends mere enjoyment; it is a powerful avenue for nurturing healthy families, providing pure food, and adopting a green lifestyle," she stated, extending her warm congratulations to both the organizers and participants.

While addressing the crowd, Chief Minister Gupta expressed her personal connection to the subject and recounted her commitment to the organizers that she would attend.

"Respected Kanta Ji and her team reached out to me, and I assured them of my presence, as this topic resonates deeply with me," she remarked.

Praising the dedication of the participants, the Chief Minister noted that even amidst the hustle of modern life, they have managed to maintain their bond with nature and nurture their passion.

"I observed the entire exhibition—such stunning plants, remarkable creativity, and labor have gone into this. It is genuinely astonishing," she said.

The Chief Minister referred to the contributors as "air savers" and "warriors", who, through their small yet impactful endeavors, are instrumental in providing oxygen to the city.

"While many are preoccupied with transforming everything into concrete for commercial gain, you are focused on preserving the greenery of our city," she commented.

Reiterating the Delhi government's dedication to increasing green coverage, she noted that upon taking her current role, she recognized an urgent requirement to enhance the city's greenery.

"For the first time, the Delhi government has designated 4,200 hectares of ridge area as forest land. We plan to identify another 2,000 hectares of ridge area as forest in the near future," she added.

The annual exhibition featured a diverse array of fruits, vegetables, flowering plants, and innovative kitchen garden models, attracting gardening enthusiasts and environmental advocates from across the city.