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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Meets Transgender Community Ahead of 2026 Budget

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta held a pre-budget consultation with members of the transgender community to gather their inputs. This follows a similar meeting with gig workers and laborers to shape the upcoming 2026-27 state budget. In a separate event, the CM flagged off 300 new electric buses, expanding Delhi's total fleet to 6,100 buses. She also launched an interstate bus service to Ghaziabad and laid the foundation for a new Delhi Transport Corporation office.

Key Points: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Pre-Budget Meeting with Transgender Community

  • Pre-budget consultation with transgender community
  • Meeting with gig workers for recommendations
  • 300 new EV buses added to Delhi fleet
  • Foundation stone laid for new DTC office
  • Interstate bus service to Ghaziabad launched
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Delhi CM holds meeting with transgender community ahead of the budget session 2026

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta consults transgender community and gig workers, flags off 300 EV buses ahead of the 2026 state budget session.

"We have consulted with people from various sections of society... Their participation is the biggest strength of this budget. - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 20

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday held a meeting with members of the transgender community ahead of the Delhi Budget session 2026.

The Budget Session of the Delhi Legislative Assembly for 2026-27 will be held from March 23-25, 2026.

Earlier, on Thursday, Gupta held a consultation with gig workers and Shramiks to gather their recommendations for the upcoming state budget.

The meeting was focused on addressing systemic challenges, including the demand for formal employment status and the creation of specialised urban infrastructure to support those working in the delivery and transport sectors.

"The Delhi government's budget session, scheduled to begin on March 23, will be the government's second budget. We have consulted with people from various sections of society to ensure that the Delhi government presents this budget in accordance with their suggestions. It should address public concerns and provide infrastructure for Delhi. We want to reach out to the public with a roadmap for a developed Delhi. Their participation is the biggest strength of this budget," the Chief Minister said.

Meanwhile, CM Gupta on Friday also flagged off 300 new electric vehicle (EV) buses in the national capital. She said that the government has initiated interstate bus services from here to Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh.

A foundation stone was also laid for a new Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) office near the IP depot, the CM said.

"300 new EV buses have been added to Delhi's fleet. Delhi now has a total of 6,100 buses. We want to transform Delhi's fleet of public transport entirely electric. We have also started inter-state bus services from Delhi to Ghaziabad. This is our fifth interstate route. We also laid the foundation stone for a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) office. We are making efforts to reform Delhi's public transport infrastructure," Gupta told reporters here.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see the CM consulting diverse groups before the budget. But I hope this isn't just a photo-op. We need to see actual budget allocations for transgender welfare and for improving the lives of gig workers. Actions speak louder than words.
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Aman W
The focus on EV buses and interstate connectivity is excellent! Delhi's air quality needs this push. More electric buses mean less pollution. Hope they expand these services to other NCR cities like Noida and Faridabad soon.
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Sarah B
Inclusive governance is key. Consulting the transgender community shows the government is thinking about all citizens. As an expat living here, it's heartening to see such progressive outreach. Hope other states follow this model.
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Vikram M
All these consultations are good, but what about the middle class? Our taxes pay for everything. We need more focus on reducing income tax, better roads, and solving the water crisis in summer. Budget should be for all, not just specific groups.
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Kavya N
Formal status for gig workers is a huge demand. So many young people are in delivery jobs. They need PF, ESI, and job security. If the budget can address this, it will be a landmark achievement. Fingers crossed!

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