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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Holds Pre-Budget 'Kheer Ceremony' for Divine Blessings

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will conduct the traditional 'Kheer Ceremony' a day before presenting the Delhi Budget for 2025-26. The ceremony, started by her last year, involves offering kheer to Lord Ram and then distributing it to budget contributors and the public. Her government held extensive consultations with gig workers, farmers, and labor groups to incorporate public suggestions into the budget. Gupta has also signaled plans to announce several initiatives for women and girls in the upcoming financial plan.

Key Points: Delhi CM's Kheer Ceremony Before Budget 2025-26 Presentation

  • Traditional pre-budget ritual
  • Public consultation focus
  • Women-centric initiatives planned
  • Aim for Viksit Bharat 2047
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Ahead of Delhi Budget, CM Rekha Gupta to hold 'kheer ceremony' today

Ahead of Delhi Budget, CM Rekha Gupta holds traditional 'Kheer Ceremony' for blessings, emphasizing public participation and women-centric schemes.

"Public participation is the biggest strength of a developed Delhi. - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 23

A day before presenting Delhi Budget 2025-26, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will undertake the traditional pre-budget "Kheer Ceremony" on Monday, marking the start of the Budget Session.

CM Gupta will present her second successive Delhi Budget on March 24.

The Chief Minister started the practice of "Kheer Ceremony" last year by preparing the tradition Indian dessert and offering it to Lord Ram before distributing it among all those involved in the preparation of Budget and the public.

The ceremony signifies a unique start to the financial proceedings in the Assembly with divine blessings.

Last year, at pre-budget ceremony, the Chief Minister said: "For the first time, such a ceremony has been held in Delhi. Kheer ki mithas se budget. It has been offered to Lord Ram and will now be served to the people who contributed their suggestions."

Earlier, as part of the exercise to prepare Budget for 2025-26 the Chief Minister held a series of consultations at the Delhi Secretariat with gig workers, farmers, rural representatives and labour groups.​

"Public participation is the biggest strength of a developed Delhi," said the Chief Minister as she held separate meetings with each group.

She said the government's objective is to present a Budget that reflects the aspirations of every section.​

Participants shared experiences and put forward their concerns, suggestions and expectations, said an official statement.​

The Chief Minister engaged directly with attendees, listening closely and assuring them that their inputs would be given due priority in the upcoming budget.​

The Chief Minister has also signalled that she plans to announce several initiatives for women and girls in Budget 2026-27 that she would present in the Assembly on Tuesday.

She shared her government's plans for including women-centric schemes in the Budget while attending a 'Nari Utsav' programme held at the Nirmal Chhaya Complex, where she paid tribute to the strength and contribution of women in nation-building.

She said women, through their dedication, selfless service and sense of duty, are playing a leading role across sectors and driving the country towards the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the cultural gesture, I hope the focus remains on substantive issues. The consultations with gig workers and farmers are the real story here. Their needs must be reflected in the budget, not just the ceremony. The proof will be in the pudding... or the kheer, I suppose.
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Rohit P
Good to hear about the focus on women-centric schemes! Women are indeed the backbone of our society and economy. If the budget can provide better security, education, and entrepreneurship opportunities for women and girls, it will be a huge step for Delhi's development. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone new to India, I find this tradition fascinating! It's a unique blend of faith, culture, and public policy. The idea of offering the dessert first to God and then to the people who helped prepare the budget is a lovely metaphor for service. Looking forward to seeing the budget details.
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Vikram M
Public participation is key. Hope the suggestions from the gig workers and labour groups are actually implemented and not just heard. Delhi needs a budget that tackles pollution, improves public transport, and creates real jobs. The ceremony is nice, but action is what counts.
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Kavya N
My mother used to say, start any important work with something sweet. It's heartwarming to see our CM follow this age-old Indian wisdom for something as crucial as the state budget. May the blessings bring a prosperous year for all Delhiites! 🪔

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