Synopsis
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated International Women's Day, emphasizing the vital role of women in development and pledging to enhance their well-being through essential services. Lt Governor V.K. Saxena highlighted women's empowerment indicators and the importance of both economic and social progress.Key Takeaways
- Rekha Gupta recognizes women as vital for development.
- Commitment to education, health, security, and development.
- Women's voting percentage exceeds men in Delhi elections.
- True empowerment requires social and political inclusion.
- Training programs for women like 'Lakpati Didis' are in place.
New Delhi, March 9 (NationPress) - During an event celebrating International Women’s Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta praised the resilience of women in the city, referring to them as the engines of development. She assured attendees that her government is committed to their well-being.
CM Gupta encouraged women to serve as role models for others, stating, “In Delhi, I promise that our government will provide four essential facilities – education, health, security, and development.” She inspired them with the phrase, “Main hoon na” (I am here to support you).
Lt Governor V.K. Saxena praised CM Gupta, expressing hope that she would enhance the city's beauty and development.
He noted that the voting percentage of women surpassed that of men in recent Delhi elections, underscoring indicators of women empowerment.
The L-G emphasized that true empowerment involves not just economic growth but also social and political empowerment.
He commended the achievements of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative “Beti Padhao, Beti Bachao.”
Highlighting the training of 140 “Lakpati Didis” in Delhi as drone pilots, he encouraged women to keep advancing with determination, reciting a couplet: “Kaun batata hai samundar ka rasta nadi ko, jinhe manzil ka junoon hota hai woh mashvara nahin lete” (The determined continue to progress towards their goal, just as a river finds its way to the sea without seeking directions).
Earlier, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva remarked that media reports from Punjab suggest that following the announcement of ₹2,500 for women in Delhi, similar requests are emerging from Punjab voters.
He claimed that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders are struggling to address the demands of women in Punjab, resulting in irrational statements driven by political frustration.
