On February 20, 2025, Rekha Gupta took the oath of office as Delhi Chief Minister, initiating a major political change in the city. In her first few days in office, the Chief Minister announced her cabinet ministers’ portfolios, who were each tasked with specific ministries to develop and govern the city.
Chief Minister: Rekha Gupta
Rekha Gupta, representing the Shalimar Bagh constituency, assumed office as Delhi’s Chief Minister on February 20, 2025. In addition to her role as Chief Minister, she will oversee the Finance department, playing a pivotal role in managing the city’s financial resources and economic policies.
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Deputy Chief Minister: Parvesh Verma
Parvesh Verma, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the West Delhi constituency, serves as the Deputy Chief Minister. He has been entrusted with key portfolios, including the Public Works Department (PWD), Legislative Affairs, Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC), Water, and Gurudwara Elections. These departments are crucial for infrastructure development, legislative processes, water management, and the administration of Gurudwara elections in Delhi.
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Cabinet Ministers and Their Portfolios:
Shri Ashish Sood oversees the Home Department, which is responsible for maintaining law and order, internal security, and disaster management within the city.
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Shri Manjinder Singh Sirsa: Manages the departments of Food and Supply, Election, and Art, Culture & Language. These responsibilities encompass the distribution of food supplies, conducting elections, and promoting the city’s cultural heritage and linguistic diversity.
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Shri Kapil Mishra: Oversees the Health, Industries, and Tourism departments. His position plays a crucial role in improving healthcare services, developing industries, and encouraging tourism to develop Delhi’s economy.
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Shri Pankaj Singh: In charge of the Development Department, General Administration Department (GAD), Environment, Forest, and Wildlife. These are the areas concerned with urban development, administrative affairs, and the conservation of the environment.
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Shri Ravinder Indraj Singh: Overlooks Social Welfare, SC & ST Affairs, Cooperative, and Elections. His efforts are vital in ensuring social justice, upliftment of downtrodden classes, and supervision of cooperative societies and electoral systems.
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Inauguration and Ceremonial Functions:
The swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and her cabinet ministers took place at Ramlila Maidan, a historic venue in Delhi. The event was attended by prominent political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP national president J.P. Nadda. Following the ceremony, the Chief Minister and her cabinet members participated in a ‘Yamuna Aarti’ at Vasudev Ghat, symbolizing a commitment to environmental conservation and cultural traditions.
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Policy Directions and Future Initiatives:
The newly formed Delhi Cabinet has expressed a strong commitment to the city’s development and the fulfillment of promises made during the election campaign. The allocation of portfolios reflects a strategic approach to address key areas such as infrastructure development, healthcare, education, social welfare, and environmental sustainability. The ministers are expected to collaborate closely to implement policies that align with the aspirations of Delhi’s residents and contribute to the city’s growth and prosperity.
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For more detailed information on the Delhi Cabinet Ministers and their portfolios, you can visit the official Delhi government website.
