Rekha Gupta is currently serving as the 9th Chief Minister of Delhi, the capital of the country. Her tenure marks a historic moment, as it signifies the Bharatiya Janata Party’s return to power in the national capital after nearly three decades. Her elevation to this position represents the culmination of more than three decades of unwavering commitment to public service and dedicated political engagement at the grassroots, municipal, and state levels.
As Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta’s governance philosophy is closely aligned with the collective vision of Team Modi and is driven by a clear mission to make Delhi healthier, better educated, and more equitable. She firmly believes that the city must receive the rights, opportunities, and development it has long been denied. Her approach to leadership is rooted in tireless work, honesty in intent, and focus on tangible outcomes, reflecting her conviction that real development is achieved through consistent action on the ground rather than rhetoric or empty promises.
On the death anniversary of Bharat Ratna former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji, the Delhi Government fulfilled its election manifesto pledge of establishing 100 Atal Canteens in just eight months - with former Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu Inaugurated 25 new Atal Canteens from the Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station in the presence of Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta, MP Manoj Tiwari and Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood. Launched on December 25, 2025 — Atal Ji's 101th birth anniversary - the scheme has already served approximately 95 lakh subsidised meals at just ₹5 per thali, with 100 canteens now capable of serving 1 lakh people daily and 3.65 crore meals annually. CM Rekha Gupta said the milestone is a meaningful tribute to Atal Ji's spirit of Antyodaya and his lifelong commitment to the welfare of the last person in society, reaffirming that no needy person in the national capital will sleep hungry. She announced that a new canteen near Delhi University Metro Station will specifically serve university students living away from home in hostels and PG accommodations, assuring students that the government stands firmly with them. She also highlighted that migrant labourers whose hard work powers Delhi's industries, construction and households - are among the primary beneficiaries of the scheme, calling it the government's responsibility to act with sensitivity and respect towards them.Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu praised the initiative as a true example of sensitivity and service, embodying the principle of 'Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah'. Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood said Atal Canteen is not merely a low-cost meal scheme but a solemn pledge to honour the hardworking hands that build Delhi - adding that alongside food security, the Central and Delhi governments are jointly taking historic steps toward rehabilitation of JJ clusters, set to benefit approximately four lakh families.
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Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta attended the Spiritual and Heritage Tourism Conclave 2026 at Akshardham Temple, launching four spiritual and heritage tourism circuits aimed at transforming Delhi from a 'Transit City' into a 'Destination City' - encouraging tourists from India and across the world to explore the capital's diverse spiritual, cultural and historical heritage as a single integrated experience. Spiritual guru Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev was also present on the occasion.The four circuits - Soul of Delhi, Heritage of Delhi, Delhi's Sacred Harmony and Echoes of Delhi - bring together iconic spiritual and heritage sites across the capital. The Soul of Delhi circuit covers Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Agrasen Ki Baoli, Lotus Temple and Akshardham. The Heritage of Delhi circuit includes Birla Temple, Jhandewalan Mata Mandir, Jantar Mantar, Yogmaya Mandir and Jagannath Temple. Delhi's Sacred Harmony circuit connects Praacheen Hanuman Mandir, Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, Ambedkar Memorial, Purana Qila and Hazrat Nizamuddin. The Echoes of Delhi circuit brings together Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, Buddhist Temple, Church of Redemption, Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Chhatarpur Mandir and Linga Bhairavi Sannidhanam .CM Rekha Gupta said Delhi's identity extends far beyond the Red Fort, Purana Qila and Humayun's Tomb - it is a living reflection of India's diverse culture, traditions and spiritual consciousness, home to people from every state who keep their cultures and festivals alive. She said the circuits will create new economic opportunities for hotels, restaurants, tour operators, local guides, artists, artisans and small entrepreneurs, as the government works with spiritual institutions, the hospitality industry, heritage organisations and travel influencers to put Delhi firmly on the global tourism map.
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Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta handed over appointment letters to 1,368 newly appointed teachers at a state-level ceremony at Bharat Mandapam, including 1,015 TGTs, 236 PGTs and 117 music teachers taking the total number of teachers appointed in 2026 to over 2,100, following 751 appointments made in April-May earlier this year. CM Rekha Gupta said the occasion was not merely about handing over appointment letters but about strengthening the responsibility of ensuring better education for lakhs of children in Delhi government schools. Recalling her school visits where students shared that several schools lacked teachers for subjects like science and music - with limited teachers handling multiple classes - she said the recruitment drive was a direct response to ground-level realities. She urged the newly appointed teachers to become not just subject experts but mentors, role models and guides for their students.Education Minister Ashish Sood said the government's goal is clear - wherever a teacher is needed, a teacher should be available, and every child in Delhi should have equal access to quality education. He reaffirmed that teacher recruitment, training and capacity building will continue on priority, with Delhi government schools being developed into institutions where modern infrastructure and smart classrooms are complemented by inspiring and dedicated teachers committed to nation-building.
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