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NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
'Not One Day Wasted': Rekha Gupta On 100 Days Of Her Government In Delhi
New Delhi: The BJP-led Delhi government completed its 100 days in office. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said not a single day has been wasted, with steps being taken in every sector to lay the foundation for a 'Viksit Delhi' (Developed Delhi). In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Ms Gupta said measures have been taken in the health sector, infrastructural development and cleaning of the Yamuna river, a poll promise made by the BJP that came to power in the national capital after 25 years. Cleaning Yamuna On the promise of cleaning Yamuna, the chief minister said, " In 100 days, the government has consulted top experts over the matter and has approved 40 decentralised Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) worth over Rs 4,000 crores for the cleaning of the drains." The Chief Minister did not give a deadline on when the process would be over, but said: " Raasta lamba hai, par disha clear hai" (It's a long way, but our direction is clear) When asked about inviting her predecessor, Arvind Kejriwal, for a symbolic Yamuna dip, she said, "Why would I invite Mr Kejriwal? Only those whom Yamuna calls can come." AAP's Mohalla clinics vs Arogya Mandir Ms Gupta questioned the Aam Aadmi Party, which ruled in Delhi for 10 years, over Mohalla clinics, calling them "corruption hubs in the name of healthcare". She said the Mohalla Clinics and the Arogya Mandirs, formed under the Centre's Ayushman Bharat Scheme, cannot be compared as the latter is a true primary care centre, with staff available 24/7, while Mohalla clinics were merely cosmetic. The BJP-led government implemented the Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Delhi in its first 100 days after coming to power. Mahila Samridhi Yojna to be implemented soon Speaking on the flagship scheme of the BJP government, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reaffirmed that the promise will be fulfilled, but 100 days is a very short time. Once launched, the scheme should not be stalled. The Chief Minister stated that the formalities are being completed at the moment, and once that is done, it will be implemented. Prepared for Pollution Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with the air quality worsening in winter, especially between October and December. The BJP, when it was in the opposition in Delhi, held the AAP responsible for the poor air quality in Delhi. Chief Minister Gupta told NDTV that the Delhi government is prepared, steps are being taken, and the focus is on bringing the pollution level to a minimum this time.
Mint
3 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Delhi's BJP govt completes 100 days, releases ‘workbook'; CM Rekha Gupta takes dig at ‘meva khane wali sarkar'
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Delhi government completed its first 100 days of governance in the national capital on Saturday, May 31. On the occasion, the Delhi government released a 'workbook', highlighting important public welfare initiatives launched so far under Rekha Gupta's chief ministership. "On the completion of 100 days of service of the BJP government in Delhi, a workbook was released, which includes details of the major achievements so far and future plans," Delhi CM Rekha Gupta posted on X. She said, "Important steps like the expansion of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, Yamuna cleaning campaign and Mahila Samridhi Yojana are a reflection of these 100 days of service." Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister on February 20, 2025. The BJP formed the government in the national capital after 27 years by winning 48 seats in the Delhi Assembly elections, pushing the the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) into the opposition with 22 seats. The Congress failed to win a single seat for the third consecutive time. The Delhi government's workbook titled "Kam karne wali Sarkar-100 din seva ke" was released by CM Rekha Gupta along with her cabinet ministers Ashish Sood and Kapil Mishra. The book highlighted the government's key initiatives across the health, education, infrastructure and welfare sectors. These include budget allocation for implementing the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, a ₹ 51,000 crore provision for the Mahila Samman Yojana, a monthly assistance scheme for poor women. The workbook highlighted measures such as the Yamuna cleaning plan, street lights, Vay Vandana Yojana, setting up Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, and flagging DEVI buses. 'Meva khane wali sarkar' & 'seva karne wali sarkar' On completing 100 days of the Delhi government, CM Rekha Gupta said, "We are very happy and satisfied that the rights the people of Delhi deserve are being delivered with full dedication by the government. And surely, as Viksit Bharat progresses, Viksit Delhi will also progress and witness significant development." In a video posted on X, Rekha Gupta slammed the AAP which ruled Delhi for 10 years before the BJP came to power. She called the previous AAP government "10 saal ki meva khane wali Sarkar", while she termed the ruling BJP government as "100 din ki seva karne wali sarkar." The AAP criticised the BJP government in Delhi, saying, "100 days of destruction by the BJP government is just a trailer, the full picture of the BJP's 'destruction model' is yet to come," the AAP posted on X. On Friday, Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav criticised the BJP-led government in the city for failing to deliver on key election promises and for the 'deteriorating' law and order of the national capital. Yadav said that it is the party's "duty" to question the pain faced by the people of Delhi as the BJP-led government completes 100 days here.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
From Yamuna cleaning to Mahila Samman: Rekha Gupta's govt highlights major initiatives in its first 100 days in Delhi
New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, completes its first 100 days of governance in the national capital. The state government has released a 'workbook' on the occasion, highlighting important public welfare initiatives, including the Ayushman Bharat scheme, Mahila Samman Yojana and the Yamuna River cleaning campaign. Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister on February 20. The BJP formed the government in the national capital after 27 years by winning 48 seats in the Assembly elections, pushing the incumbent Aam Aadmi Party into the opposition with 22 seats. The Congress failed to win a single seat for the third consecutive time. The workbook titled 'Kam karne wali Sarkar-100 din seva ke' was released by CM Gupta along with her cabinet ministers Ashish Sood and Kapil Mishra, highlighting the government's key initiatives across the health, education, infrastructure and welfare sectors. These include budget allocation for implementing the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, a Rs 51,000 crore provision for the Mahila Samman Yojana, a monthly assistance scheme for poor women. Some of the highlighted measures in the workbook were the Yamuna cleaning plan, street lights, Vay Vandana Yojana, setting up of Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, and flagging of DEVI buses. On completing 100 days of the Delhi government, CM Rekha Gupta said, 'We are very happy and satisfied that the rights the people of Delhi deserve are being delivered with full dedication by the government. And surely, as Viksit Bharat progresses, Viksit Delhi will also progress and witness significant development.' A special programme will be held in Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on May 31 to present the government's initiatives in detail. 'To mark the completion of 100 days of Bharatiya Janata Party's Delhi government, a special programme will be organised on 31st May at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. On this occasion, a detailed description of the major achievements of the government, welfare schemes and a 100-day action plan will be presented,' CM Gupta said while addressing a press conference. 'Our government is moving on the path of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas' shown by PM Modi ji. Following this path, this workbook will be distributed in all the assemblies, so that the citizens can also get details of the work being done by their elected government,' the Delhi CM said in a post on X. Rekha Gupta started her political journey with Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), a student body affiliated to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Having studied at Delhi University's Daulat Ram College, she became the President of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) in 1996-97 and actively raised student issues. As a councillor from North Pitampura in 2007, she worked on developing basic facilities in the area, such as libraries and parks. She has also pursued an LLB and is the founder of the AAS, an NGO. She lost the mayoral election to AAP's Shelly Oberoi in 2023. On the other side, the Aam Aadmi Party criticised the BJP government in Delhi, terming it as '100 days of destruction.' '100 days of destruction by the BJP government is just a trailer, the full picture of the BJP's 'destruction model' is yet to come,' the AAP posted on X. On Friday, Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in Delhi for failing to deliver on key election promises and for the 'deteriorating' law and order of the national capital. Yadav further said that it is the party's 'duty' to question the pain faced by the people of Delhi as the BJP-led government completes 100 days here. (ANI)
India Gazette
24-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
7-year-old Bhopal girl with critical liver problem airlifted to Delhi via PM Shri Air Ambulance Service
ANI 24 May 2025, 17:45 GMT+10 Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 24 (ANI): A seven-year-old girl from Bhopal suffering from a severe liver infection was airlifted to Delhi under the PM Shri Ambulance Service, Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Minister Vishvas Sarang said on Saturday. Minister Sarang stated that ensuring timely and quality healthcare for every citizen remains a top priority for both the state and central governments. It was in this spirit that arrangements were made to transfer the minor girl to the national capital for specialised treatment. The minor is a resident of Bhopal, and her family reached the minister's residence on Friday seeking help for her treatment. The Minister immediately made arrangements at AIIMS hospital in the state capital, but during the preliminary examination, her condition was found quite serious, and doctors recommended that she be shifted to Delhi. Speaking to reporters, Sarang said, 'It is the priority of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav that every citizen should get timely treatment. That is why, be it the Ayushman Bharat scheme or the PM Sri Air Ambulance service, it is being duly implemented in Madhya Pradesh. Yesterday, a family visited me whose 7-year-old girl was suffering from a serious liver problem. She was having a serious infection in the liver. When we consulted doctors in Bhopal, they recommended sending her to Delhi immediately.' 'Following which, we airlifted her via PM Shri Air Ambulance Service to Delhi. Her health condition is critical and she is undergoing treatment under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme coverage and might need a liver transplant. We are continuously in touch with her parents and doctors. Our priority is to provide proper and timely treatment to all. We are trying our best to ensure the girl gets well soon and returns to Bhopal as soon as possible,' he added. (ANI)
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
With gamma knife, AIIMS takes aim at retinoblastoma
New Delhi: AIIMS performed its first-ever gamma knife radiation treatment for retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer, on two young patients. The medical team anticipates receiving the outcomes within a couple of months and remains a rare eye cancer, typically occurs in children below five years. This alternative treatment becomes relevant when conventional methods like chemotherapy fail to show results. The gamma knife technique utilises focused radiation beams to target the tumour specifically while protecting surrounding healthy the institute restricted this treatment to choroidal melanoma (eye tumour) cases in adults, with positive outcomes over 3-4 years. The extension of this treatment to retinoblastoma marks a significant to prof of Ophthalmology, Dr Bhavna Chawla, this application of gamma knife radiation for retinoblastoma could be unprecedented in India. Despite pending outcomes, this development shows potential. Dr Chawla elaborated that in cases where both eyes were affected, resulting in one eye's removal, parents sought to save vision in the remaining eye. Gamma knife treatment presented a viable option for vision preservation. Two patients, aged 6-7 years, received this further explained that gamma knife treatment requires only one day. Patients arrive in the morning, receive treatment, and return home by evening. Though not surgical, it involves radiation, with follow-up examinations under general anaesthesia to assess tumour response and determine subsequent only one published paper from Russia exists on this specific application of gamma knife for retinoblastoma. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo If successful, the AIIMS cases could lead to new treatment protocols and research indicated that both intra-arterial chemotherapy and gamma knife treatments are accessible through the Ayushman Bharat Scheme. Intra-arterial chemotherapy sessions cost between Rs 75,000 and Rs 1 lakh each, requiring 3-4 sessions. In contrast, gamma knife radiation, costing Rs 75,000, requires only one session. However, indications for gamma knife treatment are currently limited to those cases that failed conventional forms of to Dr Deepak Agrawal, neurosurgeon at AIIMS, gamma knife represents a specialised radiation therapy utilising concentrated gamma rays for treating tumours and brain lesions. He said that amongst radiotherapy methods, gamma knife demonstrates exceptional precision, particularly for brain and eye treatments. Currently, operating theatre schedules are being adjusted to accommodate paediatric cases, as the procedure requires coordination between ophthalmologists, neurosurgeons, anaesthetists, and access to the gamma knife unit.
