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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
BJP for ‘political SHOs' in Delhi
Days before Delhi's Rekha Gupta government hit the 100-day milestone, the Delhi BJP decided to unveil a new avatar for its freshly elected block and district-level leaders: the political 'SHO'. In a move that blends local governance with dramatic roleplay, these grassroots leaders received a solemn message from senior functionaries that they must act like 'SHOs'. The abbreviation stands for Station House Officer–a police officer in charge of a police station. The message was clear: don't be mere office-bearers; take up responsibility and serve the people in your respective blocks and wards. ED's problem: Officials in graft cases Since the CBI has arrested Enforcement Directorate's Deputy Director Chintan Raghuvanshi, a 2013-batch IRS officer, on graft charges, bureaucratic circles are agog about the impending malice in the law enforcement agency, which administers the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Raghuvanshi is not the only ED officer accused of alleged bribery. Several similar cases in various states have come to light in recent times. A retired IPS officer of the 1988 batch, who served a stint in the ED, said that the enhanced powers to the agency under the PMLA are not a new phenomenon. So, it is not the case of 'power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely'. He said that until almost 2018, the staffing of the ED was primarily dominated by police officers, who had always had exposure to administering the criminal provisions under the law. When the criminal clauses were inserted in the PMLA, it was not new to them, and they handled it with care. However, as officers from revenue and other financial services began joining the agency, many of whom had very little training in dealing with the criminal provisions of the laws, such graft cases came to light more frequently. Officers joining the ED, irrespective of their service cadre, should be given training on how to deal with and invoke the criminal provisions of the PMLA, he said.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
100 days of Delhi govt: 7 MPs, 48 MLAs,top BJP leaders at mega JLN event
The Delhi government will on Friday present its road map for the future ahead of a large-scale event on Saturday at the JLN Stadium, where chief minister Rekha Gupta will present the government's 'report card' of 100 days in office, officials familiar with the matter said. Scheduled for 11am, the event on Saturday will see the participation of Delhi's 7 MPs, 48 MLAs, Delhi BJP president and key party functionaries, whose names are yet to be finalised, officials said. An official privy to the plans, requesting anonymity, said: 'All Delhi cabinet ministers, Delhi BJP functionaries, MPs, MLAs and hundreds of Delhiites will be invited for the event. Some central government ministers may also attend the event. The invitation cards for the programme are being sent and final touches are being given to the preparations.' On Friday, chief minister Gupta and her cabinet ministers are likely to address a press conference at the Delhi Secretariat, wherein more details about Saturday's event may be disclosed, a second government official said. The cabinet will also share the achievements of the government, the official said. Among key topics that are likely to feature in the report card are the public issue of Ayushman Bharat cards, health coverage of ₹10 lakh for elderly citizens, the ₹1 lakh crore development budget for Delhi, Yamuna clean-up plans, budget allocations for installing STPs, the Devi Yojana bus scheme, and GPS tracking of water tankers. Another key topic is the commencement of developing Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to provide people with free medicines, health checks and X-rays. Also, the policy-level decision for the Mahila Samman scheme may be mentioned, officials said. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva said: 'While 100 days is a very short period to assess a government that came to power after a decade of misgovernance, it is a matter of satisfaction that the BJP government has succeeded in creating a positive image. The greatest achievement of CM Rekha Gupta's government is that, unlike Arvind Kejriwal, who engaged in negative politics by blaming the central government, BJP, and officials for his failures, the BJP government is proactive and is addressing every issue of Delhiites.' Meanwhile, the leader of the Opposition Atishi said the 'BJP government has failed' at a press conference on the day. 'Instead of fulfilling promises, the BJP government spent its first 100 days shutting down public welfare schemes…power outages have returned, women did not receive ₹2,500 or free LPG cylinders on Holi, private school fees have gone up, and Delhi reels under a crippling water crisis,' Atishi said. BJP's South Delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri said the BJP government has continued all welfare schemes, as promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during assembly elections. 'Chief minister Rekha Gupta has prepared a road map for a developed Delhi. In every area—waterlogging, pollution, transport, drinking water, education, health care—Delhi is now moving towards becoming the developed capital of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dreams,' Bidhuri said.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Delhi BJP holds first meeting of district presidents ahead of 100 days in office
New Delhi The Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday held the first meeting of its newly elected district presidents, where chief minister Rekha Gupta briefed them about the government's work in 100 days in office and sought suggestions to improve developmental plans. The Delhi BJP elected 14 new district presidents and 105 new state council members on Monday. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, terming the week as significant, said it marked 11 years of 'achievements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government' and '100 successful days of service by Rekha Gupta's government in Delhi.' 'Our mission is to build a 'Developed Delhi' in line with the vision of a 'Developed India', and the newly formed district and mandal teams must contribute to this cause,' he said. Sachdeva also discussed the upcoming 'Sankalp Se Siddhi' (From Resolution to Accomplishment) programmes that the party plans to run over the next two weeks to celebrate 11 years of the Modi government. The first meeting at state headquarters was addressed by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Delhi BJP co-in-charge Alka Gurjar and state president Virendra Sachdeva. Mahendra Nagpal, the organisational election officer of Delhi BJP on Monday announced the names of all 14 newly elected district presidents of Delhi and 105 newly elected members of the BJP Delhi State Council. BJP in a statement said that the list of new district presidents includes three sitting presidents, namely Vijender Dhama (Mayur Vihar), Deepak Gaba (Shahdara), and Chandrapal Bakshi (West Delhi). 'For the first time, two women have been elected as district presidents in the new team — Raj Sharma Gautam (Najafgarh) and Maya Bisht (South Delhi). Four newly elected district presidents — Arvind Garg (Chandni Chowk), Vinod Sahrawat (North West), Virendra Babbar (Karol Bagh), and Binod Kumar (Naveen Shahdara) — have previously served in the same positions in their respective districts,' the party said in a statement.
The Print
27-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
CM Rekha Gupta interacts with BJP district presidents, seeks feedback for Delhi's development
The chief minister briefed the district presidents about 100-day work of the BJP government in Delhi and invited suggestions for the improvement and development of Delhi, a statement by BJP's Delhi unit said. 'We are working with the goal of building a 'Developed Delhi' within a 'Developed India,' and the newly formed district and mandal organizations must contribute to achieving this objective,' said Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva who was present at the first meeting of the newly elected district presidents. New Delhi, May 27 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday interacted with newly elected district presidents of the the BJP in Delhi, and shared the details of work done in the first 100 days of her government and sought their feedback on it. Delhi BJP co-incharge Alka Gurjar, state general secretary (organisation) Pawan Rana and general secretary Vishnu Mittal were present at the meeting. Gupta took oath along with her Council of Ministers on February 20 this year. The BJP government will complete its 100 days on May 30. Gupta told reporters after the meeting that she will present a report card of her government before the people of Delhi at an event to be held on JLN stadium on May 31. Gutpa said that the party leaders and workers will reach out to the people telling them about the work done by the BJP at the Centre in the last 11 years, as well as in Delhi the last 100 days. The Delhi BJP president said under the BJP's 'Sankalp Se Siddhi' (resolution to accomplishment) programmes in next two weeks across the city, 11 years of the Modi government will be celebrated and its achievements will be highlighted. PTI VIT VIT SKY SKY This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM, Sachdeva seek cues from district chiefs for ‘Viksit Delhi'
New Delhi: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva, chaired a meeting of the 14 newly-elected district presidents on Monday at the party's state office. During the meeting, Gupta outlined the govt's 100-day action plan and invited suggestions from district leaders to further improve and develop Delhi. Sachdeva highlighted the significance of the week, noting that it marks both 11 years of achievements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's govt and 100 successful days of Rekha Gupta's administration in the capital. He emphasised the party's mission to build a "Developed Delhi", aligning with the broader vision of a "Developed India", and called on the newly-formed district and mandal teams to actively contribute to this goal. He also discussed the upcoming Sankalp Se Siddhi programme, a two-week initiative to commemorate 11 years of the Modi govt. On Monday, the Delhi BJP announced the names of 14 newly-elected district unit presidents as part of its ongoing organisational restructuring. According to Sachdeva, the new appointees represent a blend of experience and diverse social backgrounds. Three leaders—Vijender Dhama (Mayur Vihar), Chandrapal Bakshi (west Delhi), and Deepak Gauba (Shahdara)—were re-elected for a second consecutive term. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Two women, Raj Sharma Gautam (Najafgarh) and Maya Bisht (south Delhi), were also named as district presidents. Additionally, four appointees—Arvind Garg (Chandni Chowk), Vinod Sahrawat (northwest Delhi), Virendra Babbar (Karol Bagh), and Master Binod Kumar (Naveen Shahdara)—have previously served as district presidents. The names of all 14 district presidents, along with 105 elected members of the BJP Delhi State Council, were announced by BJP leader and Delhi unit organisational election officer Mahendra Nagpal. The party has already appointed presidents for 204 mandal units. The next phase of the reorganisation will involve the selection of state unit office bearers, party leaders said.
