Progressive Leadership, Dedication to Public Service
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.
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Teachers Day 2026: CM Rekha Gupta Honours 118 Teachers at Shikshak Mahakumbh
Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta honoured 118 outstanding teachers at 'Shikshak Mahakumbh - State Teachers Awards 2026' at Thyagaraj Stadium on the occasion of Teachers' Day, recognising teachers across categories including Heads of Schools, DoE and MCD school teachers, CM Shri School teachers, librarians, special educators and sports teachers for their exceptional contribution to shaping the future of Delhi's students. CM Rekha Gupta said teachers are the strong foundation of society, imparting not just textbook knowledge but values, skills, confidence and a sense of duty that shapes entire generations. The Delhi government has allocated ₹19,148 crore for education in 2026-27, with 170 modern language labs being established across 70 CM Shri Schools and 100 other government schools, alongside initiatives such as Neev, Rashtraneeti, and NIPUN Sankalp to strengthen entrepreneurship, innovation, foundational literacy, and democratic values among students. Education Minister Ashish Sood announced that the recruitment process for 10,417 teachers has been initiated alongside provision for 613 special teachers to support students with special needs, reaffirming the government's commitment to resolving longstanding HR and service-related issues for guest and regular teachers alike. CM Rekha Gupta expressed confidence that with the support of dedicated teachers and the Delhi government's continued efforts, the resolve of 'Viksit Delhi' alongside 'Viksit Bharat 2047' will gain new strength and momentum.
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Safety, Sustainability, Seamless Connectivity: CM Rekha Gupta Launches Landmark Green Transport Initiatives Across Delhi
Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta launched several major public transport initiatives, inaugurating Delhi's second Automated Testing Station at DTC's Tehkhand Depot, flagging off 50 new zero-emission electric buses, launching an interstate e-bus service between Dhaula Kuan and Rewari, and inaugurating public EV charging stations at Hasanpur and Ghazipur depots - taking Delhi's total bus fleet to around 6,840 buses, including 5,088 electric buses, making Delhi the city with the country's largest electric bus fleet. The four-lane Automated Testing Station at Tehkhand - equipped for braking, suspension, headlight alignment, emission and underside checks - will test around 72,000 vehicles annually, including heavy, light motor vehicles and two-wheelers, through a fully automated process that reduces human intervention and ensures transparency. CM Rekha Gupta said Delhi's vehicle owners had earlier been forced to travel outside the capital for fitness testing, and modern ATS facilities were now being made available within Delhi itself. The newly launched Delhi-Rewari interstate e-bus service will operate on the Dhaula Kuan–Gurugram–Manesar–Dharuhera–Rewari route, covering approximately 86 km at a fare of ₹153, with services running from 6:05 am to 6:00 pm.CM Rekha Gupta reaffirmed the government's four priority areas for transport — safety, sustainability, seamless connectivity and smart infrastructure — announcing that old and dilapidated bus shelters across Delhi will be modernised alongside the expanding EV fleet. She also urged women to obtain their Pink Cards before September 17, after which the Pink Ticket system will be discontinued, with 18 lakh women already enrolled. Transport Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh reaffirmed the government's commitment to moving DTC from debt to profitability while delivering clean, safe and reliable transport for every Delhiite.
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Strengthening PM Surya Ghar: Delhi Government's Solar Policy 2.0 Offers Zero Cost Installation, Surplus Power Earnings
Delhi government has introduced the second amendment to the Delhi Solar Energy Policy 2023, offering rooftop solar systems of up to 3 kW at absolutely zero upfront cost to domestic consumers with average monthly consumption of up to 400 units - combining the Central government's subsidy of ₹78,000 with an equal Delhi government capital subsidy of ₹78,000, with any remaining cost fully covered through an additional top-up, ensuring no financial burden on eligible households. Consumers using up to 200 units will continue to receive the existing 100% electricity subsidy alongside solar benefits, while surplus electricity exported to the grid will be paid for at the average power purchase cost of the Discom - turning every eligible Delhi household into an energy generator. Solar vendors will provide free operation and maintenance for the first five years, with consumers able to opt for continued maintenance through electricity distribution companies for the full 25-year lifespan of the system. The net metering process has been reduced from 75 days to just 25 days, and application and registration fees for residential systems up to 10 kW have been completely waived. The government has set a target of installing solar systems on 2.30 lakh rooftops and adding 500 MW of additional rooftop solar capacity by March 2027, with IPGCL selecting vendors through competitive bidding to ensure quality and competitive pricing.
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