Delhi CM Rekha Gupta outlines vision for cleaner Delhi with focus on Yamuna

Time of India

2 days ago

Haridwar: Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said that within the first 100 days of her govt, a clear vision emerged, i.e., to transform the national capital into a clean, safe, and well-governed city.
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"During this period, we resolved to make a fresh start for Delhi," she said.
After taking a dip in the Ganga at Har-ki-Pauri along with her family, Gupta emphasised her govt's commitment to rejuvenating the Yamuna river. "Our aim is to make the Yamuna as clean and clear as the Ganga here in Devbhumi," she said.
Later, she attended the inauguration of Sadhvi Ritambhara's new ashram, Ganga Vatsalya Ashraya, in Kankhal. The event was graced by several eminent seers and Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
During her address, Gupta congratulated 'Didi Ma' Ritambhara on receiving the Padma Bhushan. "Yesterday marked the completion of 100 days of our govt, and we participated in the Yamuna aarti. Today, I took a dip in the Ganga. I seek the blessings of the seers so that one day, we may take a similar dip in the Yamuna," she said.
She added, "The river has dried up; there's either no water or it's heavily polluted. I've been entrusted with the responsibility to clean it, and my government is committed to that goal."
In response, the seers proposed adopting Yamuna ghats to support the cleanup initiative. "We will ensure daily aartis at every ghat and beautify them," they said.
Referring to CM Dhami as her senior, Gupta said that following in his footsteps, she would do all that he does in Uttarakhand. "I am taking Gangajal from here and the plan of Ganga cleaning, besides his blessings. He is the only CM to have introduced the Uniform Civil Code in the country," she added.
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Reiterating her commitment to Delhi's welfare, Gupta described the city as the "heartbeat of the nation" and pledged to serve its people with dedication and excellence.
Dhami, in turn, expressed confidence that Delhi's future would see a transformation. "I am hopeful that the Yamuna in Delhi will one day mirror the Ganga in Haridwar," he said.
On the ongoing Char Dham yatra, Dhami reported that over 18 lakh pilgrims had already visited the sacred sites. "The govt is ensuring safe and smooth travel for all devotees this yatra season," he assured, adding firmly, "We are fully aware of the state's situation and will not allow its demographic composition to be altered."