Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on the occasion of Delhi’s foundation day celebrations, said that the city has faced a lot of tough times in its past but has bounced back even stronger, adding that Delhi is the most beautiful example of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,” with its cultural diversity.
She said that people from different states, starting from Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Gujarat to the North East, are settled in Delhi.
The CM said that they come here to fulfill their dreams and make their future, and serve Delhi and the nation.
“I congratulate the 2.5 crore people of Delhi from my heart on this occasion,” Gupta said.
The CM said that it pains to see when some people, for their own benefit, create difficulties for the city and its people, and added that in the times to come, no one will be able to inflict any sorrows on the national capital.
Gupta assured that now all the problems, including the legacy issues, will be addressed and the city will be turned into a Viksit Dilli of a Viksit Bharat. She urged people to give love to Delhi, like they have love and respect for their native state.
On the occasion of Delhi’s Foundation Day, a grand celebration titled “Meri Dilli Mera Desh – Unity in Diversity” was held today at the historic Red Fort.
The event beautifully showcased Delhi’s culture, diverse culinary traditions, and the pride of its glorious heritage, all under one roof.
Delhi’s Minister Ashish Sood, on the occasion, said that the program brought together the city’s historical legacy, rich cultural diversity, and the spirit of unity on a single platform.
Sood further stated that the purpose of this cultural evening was to revive Delhi’s soul, “Unity in Diversity,” with renewed energy and pride.
“Meri Dilli Mera Desh” presents Delhi not merely as a metropolis but as an idea that symbolizes India’s diversity, coexistence, innovation, and self-reliance, he said.
Sood also stated that in 1947, when countless families arrived in Delhi from Punjab with broken hearts, the Red Fort witnessed both their tears and Sardar Patel’s determination that assured them, “Delhi is yours too.”
Sood also mentioned that Delhi has always offered help, and even today, this city embraces every struggle and turns it into strength.
This is the soul of Delhi, to help, to unite, and to move forward, and this is our true national identity that has made India the capital of unity and courage, he stated.
Sood also mentioned that in this first-ever event, Delhi’s history, civilization, and pride were presented through an impressive projection mapping show on the walls of the Red Fort, combining light and sound in a spectacular display.