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Hindustan Times
a day ago
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Delhi: Tony Blair meets Rekha Gupta to discuss governance, urban reforms
Chief minister Rekha Gupta met former British prime minister Tony Blair on Thursday at the Delhi Secretariat where the two discussed governance, urban development and education reforms, the chief minister's office (CMO) said in a statement. The two also discussed India-UK relations and global democratic challenges, officials added. Blair is the founder of the think tank Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI). 'The chief minister held discussions with Blair on the ongoing transformational efforts in digital governance, education, healthcare, and environmental reforms in Delhi. The chief minister shared how the Delhi government is working under the vision of a 'Viksit Dilli' to modernise education, healthcare, women empowerment, and urban infrastructure with a citizen-centric approach,' the CMO said. Gupta described the meeting as a positive experience for her government. 'The meeting was a golden opportunity for Delhi, and TBI and the Delhi government will explore ways to transform Delhi into a model city. We held discussions on administrative reforms, the use of technology, and collaborative efforts for citizen welfare,' she added. Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa also met Blair, and said that Gupta and Blair discussed various services being delivered through NGOs by Blair. 'The CM shared a booklet highlighting the government's achievements in just 100 days. Blair was surprised by the scale and speed of progress over the 100 days, remarking that other governments should take inspiration from how Indian state governments are performing,' he added. 'Blair also shared his experiences in governance during his tenure as British PM, the changes he brought and how five-six projects were highlighted. Blair expressed interest in Delhi's rapid roll out of health services and said he looks forward to seeing them on his next visit,' Sirsa said.
The Hindu
a day ago
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- The Hindu
Uninterrupted power, extra police personnel to ensure smooth journey for Kanwar yatris: Delhi Home Minister
Home Minister Ashish Sood said the Power department has been instructed to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply along the yatri camps during the upcoming Kanwar Yatra. On Thursday, Mr. Sood chaired a review meeting at the Delhi Secretariat to take stock of the preparations for the pilgrimage. The Yatra is expected to begin from the first week of July. 'The meeting was held with representatives of the fire department, the police, the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board, the power department and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi,' Mr. Sood said. He said a single-window system will be set up at the District Magistrates' offices to facilitate the approvals and permissions the Kanwar organising committees would need for the pilgrimage. Mr. Sood also said the Delhi Fire Services have been directed to deploy fire tenders near yatri camps to ensure quick response in case of fire-related emergencies. The Delhi police has been ordered to deploy an adequate number of male and female personnel along the route to maintain law and order, he added. The Minister said the police have also been asked to monitor the sound systems in the camps and ensure the yatris do not play loud music at night. The Capital is coordinating with the police forces of the neighbouring States to ensure that the Yatra is celebrated smoothly, as the Kanwar Yatra is the first event to be celebrated in the city since the BJP government came to power, he added.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
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Will ensure smooth pilgrimage for kanwariyas with minimal inconvenience to public: Ashish Sood
New Delhi, Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday said the government will ensure that Kanwar pilgrims are able to observe their religious practices with full dignity and devotion, while ensuring minimal inconvenience to the general public. Sood chaired a high-level meeting at the Delhi Secretariat to review preparations for the upcoming Kanwar Yatra. The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Delhi Police, Urban Development Department, Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board, Delhi Fire Services, Delhi Home Guards, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Power Distribution Companies, Disaster Management Authority, and other agencies concerned. Sood said this is the first major religious event under the current government, with thousands of devotees expected to arrive from different states. He said the government will ensure all necessary facilities for the pilgrims during their passage through Delhi. The minister announced that Kanwar organising committees will be provided with all necessary administrative support at a single point. A single-window system will be set up at the district magistrate's office to facilitate approvals and permissions from various departments in a streamlined manner. He said the safety, service and convenience of the devotees will be a top priority. He directed officials from the municipal corporation, urban development department, power department and other agencies to identify rest points along the yatra route and ensure proper facilities such as cleanliness, toilets, drinking water and adequate lighting. The power department was asked to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply along the route and at camp sites. Sood said the Delhi Police has been directed to deploy an adequate number of male and female personnel along the yatra routes and at camps to maintain law and order and manage traffic efficiently. Sensitive points along the route will be equipped with permanent barricading to ensure that pilgrims stay on designated paths and avoid unauthorised intrusions. He also directed the police to monitor sound systems in camps near residential areas and ensure that devotional songs played on loudspeakers are limited to permitted hours. Police personnel have been asked to politely request pilgrims to avoid playing loud music late at night to avoid causing disturbance to locals, an official statement said. They have also been asked to coordinate with police forces from neighbouring states. Sood instructed the Delhi Fire Services to prepare a plan for deploying small fire tenders near Kanwar camps to respond quickly in case of fire-related emergencies. Earlier this week, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had announced that issues faced by the Kanwar committees will be solved through a single-window system. She had stressed that the government will take care of all the facilities for the "Shiv bhakts". Kanwar Yatra is one of the most significant religious traditions of North India where millions of devotees collect holy Ganga water from Haridwar, Gangotri and other sacred places to offer at Shiva temples during the Hindi month of Saavan. Every year, thousands of kanwar devotees pass through Delhi en route to other states.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
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Delhi government launches 33 Arogya Mandirs, 17 Jan Aushadhi Kendras
NEW DELHI: CM Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated Ayushman Arogya Mandirs at Tis Hazari and the Delhi Secretariat. Simultaneously, the government launched 33 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and 17 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across the capital. The CM said this initiative aligns with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and marks a significant step toward healthcare transformation. Under the Ayushman Bharat Mission, the Delhi government plans to establish 1139 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, with 15 centres in each assembly constituency, offering free basic healthcare services. 'We are working with full dedication under the motto 'Swasth Delhi, Sashakt Delhi' to deliver the benefits of Ayushman Bharat to every citizen,' she said. Calling the centres a 'new ray of hope,' CM Gupta said these facilities will strengthen primary healthcare and ensure quality, affordable medical services. She said the new centres are more advanced than the previous government's Mohalla Clinics. While the Mohalla Clinics only offered basic OPD care, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs will provide 12 comprehensive service packages, including vaccinations for pregnant women, antenatal/postnatal care, elderly care, mental health services, and support for TB, leprosy, and NCD management. In-house lab testing will also be available.
India Gazette
3 days ago
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- India Gazette
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta holds review meeting for preparations for Kanwar Yatra 2025
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta convened a high-level review meeting on Tuesday to discuss the preparations for the upcoming Kanwar Yatra 2025, focusing on planning, arrangements, and facilities for the devotees during the yatra. In a post on X, the Delhi Chief Minister's Office (CMO) stated that the meeting was held with the focus to ensure a seamless and respectful experience for the lakhs of Shiv bhakts expected to participate. Gupta directed that every devotee should receive respect, facilities, and security, emphasising that the event is not only a festival of faith but also an opportunity for service and dedication. 'Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta held a high-level review meeting today at the Delhi Secretariat regarding the preparations for Kanwar Yatra 2025. In the meeting, the planning, arrangements and facilities to be provided to the devotees of Kanwar camps to be set up in Delhi this year were discussed in detail,' the CMO stated. 'The Chief Minister directed that it should be ensured that every Shiv devotee gets respect, facilities and security. She said that Kanwar Yatra is not only a festival of faith but also an opportunity for service and dedication. The Delhi government will ensure its organisation with devotion, arrangements and sensitivity,' it added. The meeting was attended by Cabinet Ministers Parvesh Sahib Singh, Ashish Sood, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Kapil Mishra, and senior officials from relevant departments at the Delhi Secretariat. Following the meeting, the Delhi CM detailed the setup of Kanwar camps across Delhi, with a focus on improving the infrastructure and services compared to previous years under the AAP government. She noted that the camps are scheduled to operate from July until Sawan Shivratri. 'The government will pay special attention to the lakhs of Shiv bhakts who come to Delhi with Kanwar. They will be provided with facilities. The government will work towards eliminating the irregularities in the aid and arrangements that used to happen during the time of the previous governments. Kanwar camps will start from July and will continue till Shivratri,' she stated. Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra, who was present at the meeting, elaborated on the government's commitment, saying, 'Lakhs of people take part in the Kanwar Yatra in Delhi, and the Chief Minister has decided that special preparations will be made to serve the Kanwariyas, and a grand Kanwar Yatra will be taken out in Delhi. This meeting was called for those special arrangements. The Chief Minister and the Cabinet Ministers are sitting with all the organisers of the Kanwar Seva Samiti, and a grand and beautiful Kanwar Yatra will be taken out in Delhi. We are all ready to serve every Kanwariya.' In the Kanwar Yatra procession, Kamwariyas collect water from a river and carry it hundreds of kilometres to offer it to the shrines of Lord Shiva. According to Hindu beliefs, Parshuram, a devotee of Shiva and Lord Vishnu's avatar, participated in the initial procession. Devotees across the country perform worship, fasting and pilgrimage dedicated to the Lord Shiva. (ANI)
