Mohan Yadav to Attend the Oath Ceremony of Delhi's CM-Designate Rekha Gupta
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Synopsis
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is poised to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Delhi's Chief Minister-designate, Rekha Gupta, on Thursday at Ramlila Maidan. Gupta marks a significant milestone as the fourth woman to assume the role in Delhi, following notable predecessors. The ceremony will also see enhanced security measures and the presence of various cabinet ministers.
Key Takeaways
- Mohan Yadav to attend Rekha Gupta's oath ceremony.
- The event to be held at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi.
- Gupta becomes fourth female Chief Minister of Delhi.
- Enhanced security measures in place for the ceremony.
- Corruption accountability highlighted by Gupta.
Bhopal, Feb 20 (NationPress) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to participate in the swearing-in ceremony of Rekha Gupta, the Chief Minister-designate of Delhi, on Thursday.
The event will take place at the historic Ramlila Maidan in the national capital around noon.
Several other cabinet ministers are expected to take their oaths as well.
Chief Minister Yadav expressed, "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Rekha Gupta on her designation as CM of Delhi. I will be attending the oath-taking ceremony. She is a remarkable party worker, capable of delivering results."
He highlighted that while Prime Minister Narendra Modi has mandated a 33 percent reservation for women MPs in Parliament, he has also appointed a woman as the Chief Minister of Delhi.
Rekha Gupta will become the fourth female Chief Minister of Delhi, following in the footsteps of Sushma Swaraj (BJP), Sheila Dikshit (Congress), and Atishi (AAP). She will lead the city's government, marking 27 years since the last female CM, Swaraj.
As preparations for Gupta's oath-taking ceremony are underway, security measures have been enhanced in and around Ramlila Ground.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva has already arrived at the venue for the ceremony.
Prior to the event, Gupta stated that individuals involved in corruption over the past 12 years will be held accountable.
"Anyone who has participated in corruption will have to account for every rupee..." the CM-designate informed the media.
The voting for the Delhi Assembly elections took place on February 5, with results announced on February 8.
The BJP secured a significant victory in these elections, winning 48 out of 70 seats.
In contrast, Arvind Kejriwal's AAP managed to secure 22 seats, while Congress failed to gain any representation.
