Rekha Gupta Criticizes AAP for Inquiring on Day 1
Rekha Gupta Sworn in as Chief Minister of Delhi
Rekha Gupta was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi on Thursday, marking the beginning of the BJP’s new government in the state. Less than 24 hours after taking office, verbal sparring between Gupta and her predecessor, Atishi of the AAP, has already commenced.
Verbal Jousting Begins
On Friday morning, Rekha Gupta fired back at the AAP and even included the Congress in her criticism for questioning her administration after just one day in power. She highlighted the long tenures of the AAP and Congress in Delhi, emphasizing that her government had already taken significant steps on its first day in office. Gupta mentioned that her cabinet had cleared the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, which had been previously blocked by the AAP.
Response to Criticism
Gupta defended her government’s actions, stating, "We gave a benefit of Rs 10 lakhs to the people of Delhi on the first day. They (the AAP) don’t have any right to question us." She also warned the AAP to prepare for the tabling of Comptroller and Auditor-General of India reports about corruption during their administration.
AAP’s Allegations
Atishi of the AAP accused the BJP of deceiving Delhiites from the start, referring to the party’s unfulfilled promise of direct cash transfers to Delhi women. She criticized the BJP for not implementing this scheme in the first cabinet meeting as promised.
Election Results and Promises
Women voters played a significant role in the recent Delhi election, with all major parties promising cash assistance in their manifestos. The BJP’s victory, with 48 seats out of 70, was attributed to their promises to women voters. The AAP, which had won decisively in the past two elections, saw a significant decrease in their seat count in this election.
First Steps of the New Government
After being sworn in, Rekha Gupta and her cabinet held their first meeting, where they cleared the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in Delhi. The new government also announced its intention to table 14 CAG reports, signaling a proactive approach towards addressing governance issues.
In conclusion, the political landscape in Delhi is heating up as the new BJP government under Rekha Gupta takes charge and faces off against its rivals. The initial exchanges between Gupta and Atishi set the tone for what promises to be a dynamic period in Delhi’s political history.