Rekha Gupta discusses ‘Viksit Delhi’ budget with MPs and other stakeholders

Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta met BJP MPs to discuss various aspects of upcoming ‘Viksit Delhi’ budget 2025-26 and said that it will be a roadmap for the bright future of residents of the city.

In the meeting held at Delhi Secretariat, BJP MPs Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, Kamaljeet Sherawat and Praveen Khandelwal gave their suggestions to her on the proposals of the upcoming budget.

Gupta who also holds the Finance portfolio will present the new BJP government’s first budget in Delhi Assembly on March 25.

After the meeting, Gupta said “The Viksit Delhi Budget 2025 will not just be a document of numbers, but a roadmap for a bright future for every citizen of Delhi.”

In order to gather feedback from various sections of the society over the budget, the CM has been holding meetings with different stakeholders.

She also met a delegation of teachers and discussed strengthening education and infrastructure in the budget.

“Our aim is that students get better resources, modern facilities and quality education. We are working to make Delhi a centre of excellence for education,” she said.

The chief minister also met digital creators and held a meeting with chartered accountants to discuss their role in developing the national capital.

She said that their contribution in awareness, positivity and youth empowerment is important. “I invited them to actively participate in the development of Delhi. Their suggestions and expertise will help in preparing a balanced, transparent and progressive budget, which will benefit every citizen. Our goal is to ensure a strong economy, inclusive growth and more opportunities.”

The BJP government’s objective is to present a budget that brings major benefits to the people of Delhi and enhances their prosperity and well-being, she added.