Thousands gather at Swabhiman Sthal to honour ‘Lion of Delhi Dehat’ Sahib Singh Verma on his death anniversary

Thousands of people across the national capital and its rural belt gathered at the Swabhiman Sthal, Ghevra Mod here on Tuesday to pay their heartfelt tributes to late Sahib Singh Verma, former chief minister Delhi and former Union cabinet minister, who was one of Delhi most respected and loved public leaders, on the occasion of his death anniversary.

Delhi’s cabinet ministers, MPs and MLAs, apart from senior political leaders and public, attended the solemn prayer meeting, reflecting the enduring respect and affection he continues to command.

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Verma was widely regarded as the voice of Delhi’s rural communities who had devoted his life to public service with honesty, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the welfare of ordinary citizens.

Born into a humble farming family in Mundka village, outer Delhi, he rose to the highest offices of public life while remaining deeply rooted in the values of rural Delhi.
Throughout his journey, he believed that politics was not about power, but about selfless service, especially to the poor.
Speaking on the occasion, Delhi Cabinet Minister Parvesh Verma said, “Late Sahib Singh Verma Ji’s life was a shining example of simplicity, integrity, and selfless public service.”

Remembering his father, the minister said Sahib Singh Verma dedicated himself to safeguarding the dignity, rights, and welfare of those standing at the very last mile of society. The former CM believed that politics was never a means to acquire power, but a sacred responsibility to serve society.

Leaders present at the prayer meeting remembered Sahib Singh as a visionary administrator, an educationist, and a mass leader whose contributions to education, infrastructure, and the empowerment of the weaker sections continue to shape Delhi’s progress.