"Development work of Rs 25 cr underway in Pitampura, this is just the beginning," says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the SU Block Park in Pitampura on Wednesday, unveiling Rs 25 crore development projects as part of her 'Sewa ke Sau Din' initiative. Marking 100 days in office, she vowed to transform the area with improved facilities and increased hospital beds, promising a new era of progress for the community.
Addressing the Public gathering, CM Gupta said, 'When I became a Municipal Councillor in 2007, we gradually developed this park. When I was here last year on the 26 January programme, I saw that the condition of this park had deteriorated. I promised that, whether I gain a post or not, I would make sure that work on this park is done.'
'With your blessings, you have made me not an MLA but the Delhi Chief Minister... Development work of around Rs 25 crore is currently ongoing in Pitampura. This is just the beginning...,' she added.
Gupta highlighted the completion of 100 days of her government's service and the upcoming presentation of a progress report titled 'Sewa ke Sau Din.'
'We are completing 100 days of service on 30th May, and on 31st May, we will present our report, 'Sewa ke Sau Din', and I'm proud to present the work we've accomplished in this period,' she added.
She emphasised the scale of the projects, stating, 'Projects worth Rs 25 crore are currently underway in our constituency, and this is just the beginning. Your prayers and support made this possible. I once aspired to become an MLA, but you placed your faith in me and made me the Chief Minister--for that, I am truly grateful. Over the past 100 days, we've made several important decisions to serve the people better.'
On the health infrastructure, Gupta said, 'Just yesterday, I chaired a high-level meeting on health infrastructure. We're facing a shortage of hospital beds, and to address this, we're working toward the goal of providing 3 beds for every 1,000 people.'
After India reported 1,000 active COVID-19 cases, Gupta assured that all city hospitals are fully prepared, and there is no cause for public concern. (ANI)
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