Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday greeted people on the occasion of Delhi Foundation Day, pledging to preserve the national capital’s rich heritage while ensuring prosperity and modern amenities for its residents.
In a message posted on X, Gupta recalled the significance of November 1, 1956, when Delhi was granted the status of a Union Territory, marking a new chapter in the city’s history.
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“Delhi has its own distinct fragrance, its own temperament. From the glorious saga of Indraprastha to the pride of modern India, Delhi has witnessed the ages. It is a treasure trove of history and a courtyard filled with infinite possibilities for the future,” she said.
The Chief Minister said her government’s resolve was to protect Delhi’s centuries-old identity while taking its development to new heights.
“Delhi’s heritage will flourish, and its development will touch new heights. We will ensure prosperity in every lane, modern amenities in every home, and richness in every citizen’s life,” Gupta said.
Invoking the capital’s historical and national significance, she said its soil carried memories of civilisations and the Yamuna flowed with stories of different eras.
“Its soil holds the memories of civilisations, and the flow of the Yamuna carries the tales of eras. From the ramparts of the Red Fort echoes the nation’s pride, while on the path of duty shines the confidence of independent India,” she said.
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(with inputs from PTI)
SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
