PM Modi: This Team Combines Energy and Expertise, Promises Good Governance for Delhi
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Synopsis
On February 20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Rekha Gupta and her six Ministers following their oath-taking, emphasizing their blend of vitality and experience that assures good governance for Delhi. The event marked a significant political shift as the BJP returns to power after 27 years.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi congratulated Rekha Gupta on her new role.
- Her team of six Ministers embodies vitality and experience.
- The BJP returns to power in Delhi after 27 years.
- Rekha Gupta is the fourth woman Chief Minister of Delhi.
- Cabinet's first meeting may address key welfare schemes.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated Chief Minister Rekha Gupta along with her team of six Ministers following their oath-taking, stating that this group effectively combines vitality and experience, promising to deliver effective governance for Delhi.
PM Modi was present at the elaborate oath-taking ceremony of Rekha Gupta and her six Ministers held in Ramlila Maidan.
The ceremony was also graced by other senior party leaders and Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states.
After the event, PM Modi shared on social media, "Best wishes to Smt. Rekha Gupta Ji on her oath as Chief Minister of Delhi. She has progressed from grassroots, actively involved in campus politics, state organization, municipal administration, and now as an MLA and Chief Minister."
He expressed his assurance that she would strive for Delhi's progress.
"I am assured she will pursue Delhi's advancement with utmost vigor. My best wishes for a successful term," PM Modi further remarked.
The Prime Minister also congratulated the six Ministers who took the oath alongside CM Gupta.
"Congratulations to Shri Parvesh Sahib Singh Ji, Shri Ashish Sood Ji, Sardar Manjinder Singh Sirsa Ji, Shri Ravinder Indraj Singh Ji, Shri Kapil Mishra Ji, and Shri Pankaj Kumar Singh Ji on their appointment as Ministers in the Delhi Government. This team effectively merges vitality and experience, ensuring good governance for Delhi. Wishing them all the best," PM Modi expressed on his X handle.
With Rekha Gupta taking office, the BJP regains power in the national capital after a 27-year hiatus.
The ceremony showcased the strength of the NDA alliance, as leaders gathered in Delhi for this significant occasion.
Rekha Gupta becomes the fourth woman to serve as Chief Minister of Delhi, following Sheila Dikshit, Sushma Swaraj, and Atishi. She is also the fourth BJP Chief Minister in the capital after Madan Lal Khurana, Sahib Singh Verma, and Sushma Swaraj.
Her Cabinet consists of six Ministers – Parvesh Singh Verma, Ravinder Indraj Singh, Ashish Sood, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Kapil Mishra, and Pankaj Kumar Singh, all of whom also took the oath.
Parvesh Singh Verma made headlines by defeating former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP’s National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal by over 3,000 votes.
Reports suggest that Rekha Gupta's Cabinet may convene for its first meeting at the Delhi Secretariat around 3 p.m., potentially implementing the Mahila Samriddhi Yojna, a campaign promise providing women beneficiaries with a monthly payment of ₹2,500. The Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme is also expected to receive approval from the new Delhi Cabinet.
Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister indicated a firm approach towards corruption issues involving the previous AAP government, asserting that those in power for 12 years in the capital would face accountability for corruption.
