NEW DELHI: Reminding fellow citizens of the sacrifices made by the freedom fighters and her government’s dedication towards the country, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Saturday said that it is their responsibility to fulfil the dreams of the freedom fighters.
Speaking at a Republic Day event in Chhatrasal Stadium, Atishi said, “Our Constitution envisions equal opportunities, and the Delhi government is working tirelessly to make this a reality. Freedom fighters like Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Lala Lajpat Rai and Chandrashekhar Azad thought not of themselves but of the country.”
Atishi highlighted her government’s transformative initiatives, including free electricity and water, significant investments in education and healthcare, and free travel for 11 lakh women daily, boosting their economic participation. She also emphasised uninterrupted 24x7 electricity and the construction of 38 flyovers in a decade as evidence of her government’s focus on infrastructure.
“In the past decade, 38 flyovers have been constructed across Delhi—whether it’s in Punjabi Bagh, Anand Vihar, Ashram, Signature Bridge, or Wazirabad. The metro network has expanded to 450 kilometres, connecting every corner of Delhi,” Atishi highlighted.
Atishi also stated that the story of Delhi’s development is far from over.
“We, the people of Delhi, must take a pledge to elevate our city further. We must empower every woman in Delhi so she never has to depend on anyone financially. We must ensure that every young person studying in Delhi gets a job. Every senior citizen must receive the best medical care,” she added.