Rekha Gupta Named Delhi CM: Swearing-In Ceremony Tomorrow at Ramlila Maidan

Rekha Gupta has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, marking BJP’s return to power after 27 years. The announcement was made after the BJP legislative party meeting, where she was chosen as the Leader of the House in the Delhi Assembly.

Rekha Gupta’s Journey to Becoming CM

• Rekha Gupta, a senior BJP leader and MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been an active politician for years.
• She started her political career as the President of the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) in 1996-97.
• Over the years, she held several significant positions, including serving as the Mayor of the South Delhi Municipal Corporation.
• She won the Shalimar Bagh constituency in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, defeating AAP’s Bandna Kumari by over 29,000 votes.

BJP’s Return to Power in Delhi

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a strong comeback in Delhi after 27 years. The party secured a majority by winning 44 out of 70 seats in the Assembly elections. This victory ended the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) 10-year rule in the national capital.

First Reactions from Political Leaders

Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi CM and AAP leader, congratulated Rekha Gupta on her appointment, saying, “Many congratulations to Rekha Gupta ji on becoming the Chief Minister of Delhi.”

Swearing-In Ceremony Details

• The oath-taking ceremony will take place at Ramlila Maidan on February 20.
• The event is expected to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and other top BJP leaders.
• Over 25,000 to 30,000 people are expected to witness the historic moment, including religious leaders and community representatives.
• The ceremony will have a special theme inspired by the recent consecration at Ayodhya Ram Mandir.

Who Else Will Be in Key Positions?

Along with Rekha Gupta’s appointment as CM, BJP has finalized other important positions:

• Parvesh Verma, MLA from New Delhi, will be the Deputy CM.
• Vijender Gupta, MLA from Rohini, has been appointed as the Speaker of the Delhi Assembly.

Rekha Gupta’s Statement on Becoming CM

After being named the new Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta expressed her gratitude to the BJP leadership. She said, “I extend my heartfelt thanks to the party for trusting me with this responsibility. I am fully committed to working for the development of Delhi.”

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What’s Next for Delhi’s New Government?

• Rekha Gupta will soon meet Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena at Raj Niwas to officially stake a claim to form the new BJP-led government in Delhi.
• The new government will focus on key issues such as infrastructure, education, health, and security.
• A team of experienced and young leaders will be part of her cabinet, ensuring representation from different communities and social groups.

With Rekha Gupta taking charge, Delhi is set for a new political era under BJP’s leadership. The coming months will determine how her government addresses the city’s challenges and fulfills election promises. All eyes are now on February 20, when she will officially take oath as the fourth woman Chief Minister of Delhi after Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit, and Atishi.

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