Rekha Gupta, a first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been sworn in as Delhi’s new Chief Minister, making her the fourth woman to take on this role after Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit, and Atishi. The oath-taking ceremony was officiated by Lt Governor VK Saxena at a grand event at Ramlila Maidan, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various other key leaders. Gupta, who represents the BJP, is stepping into her position with high hopes to deliver on her election promises, which include direct financial benefits for women and various development initiatives in the capital.
Key Points on Rekha Gupta’s Appointment as Delhi CM
Swearing-in Ceremony at Ramlila Maidan
- Rekha Gupta was administered the oath of office by Lt Governor VK Saxena.
- The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and several other dignitaries.
- BJP leaders from various states, including Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari and Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, congratulated Gupta.
Cabinet Ministers Take Oath
Alongside the Chief Minister, six cabinet ministers were also sworn in,
- Parvesh Verma
- Manjinder Singh Sirsa
- Ashish Sood
- Pankaj Singh
- Kapil Mishra
- Ravinder Indraj Singh
